FM 409 over Sandy Creek
GoodFannin County, Texas · 1.1 MI W of FM 100 · Structure no. 010750294501005
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 233
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 409 over Sandy Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 409 over Sandy Creek in Fannin County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 233 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 230 by 2033. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 409 over Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 409 over Sandy 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does FM 409 over Sandy Creek carry?
About 233 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is FM 409 over Sandy Creek?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns FM 409 over Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.