US Bridges

FM 1171 over Cleveland Branch

Good

Denton County, Texas · 0.15 MI E of IH 35W · Structure no. 180610131101116

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,483
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1171 over Cleveland Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1171 over Cleveland Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 17,483 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,420 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 123 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 1171
CrossesCleveland Branch
Location0.15 MI E of IH 35W
RouteState Highway 1171
StateTexas
Coordinates33.06474, -97.24106
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width123 ft (37.6 m)
Roadway width92 ft (28 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,483 (2021)
Projected traffic30,420 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 1171 over Cleveland Branch built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1171 over Cleveland Branch 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1171 over Cleveland Branch carry?

About 17,483 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 1171 over Cleveland Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 123 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1171 over Cleveland Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.