US Bridges

FM 723 over UP BNSF RR Walnut Ave

Good

Fort Bend County, Texas · 0.15 MI N of US 90A · Structure no. 120800018809039

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
356 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,781
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 723 over UP BNSF RR Walnut Ave is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 723 over UP BNSF RR Walnut Ave in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 15,781 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,750 by 2033. The structure is 356 ft (108.5 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFM 723
CrossesUP BNSF RR Walnut Ave
Location0.15 MI N of US 90A
RouteState Highway 723
StateTexas
Coordinates29.56083, -95.80954
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.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length356 ft (108.5 m)
Longest span118 ft (36 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,781 (2020)
Projected traffic21,750 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 723 over UP BNSF RR Walnut Ave built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 723 over UP BNSF RR Walnut Ave 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 2022.

How much traffic does FM 723 over UP BNSF RR Walnut Ave carry?

About 15,781 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 723 over UP BNSF RR Walnut Ave?

The structure is 356 ft (108.5 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns FM 723 over UP BNSF RR Walnut Ave?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.