US Bridges

FM 1830 over Fincher Branch

Good

Denton County, Texas · 1.4 Miles N FM 407 · Structure no. 180610178501012

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
170 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,005
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1830 over Fincher Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1830 over Fincher Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 9,005 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,705 by 2036. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1830
CrossesFincher Branch
Location1.4 Miles N FM 407
RouteState Highway 1830
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.12489, -97.13953
Functional classUrban 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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length170 ft (51.8 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,005 (2016)
Projected traffic13,705 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 1830 over Fincher Branch built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1830 over Fincher 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1830 over Fincher Branch carry?

About 9,005 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 1830 over Fincher Branch?

The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1830 over Fincher Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.