US Bridges

FM 407 over Denton Creek

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Denton County, Texas · 1.2 MI E of FM 156 · Structure no. 180610131001114

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
270 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,800
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 407 over Denton Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 407 over Denton Creek in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,800 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,000 by 2036. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 407
CrossesDenton Creek
Location1.2 MI E of FM 156
RouteState Highway 407
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.08865, -97.279
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length270 ft (82.3 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,800 (2016)
Projected traffic7,000 by 2036
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 407 over Denton Creek built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 407 over Denton Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 407 over Denton Creek carry?

About 4,800 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 407 over Denton Creek?

The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 407 over Denton Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.