US Bridges

FM 406 over Little Mineral Creek

Good

Grayson County, Texas · 0.7 MI E of FM 120 · Structure no. 010920264002001

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
140 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,189
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 406 over Little Mineral Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 406 over Little Mineral Creek in Grayson 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 4,189 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,865 by 2041. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesFM 406
CrossesLittle Mineral Creek
Location0.7 MI E of FM 120
RouteState Highway 406
StateTexas
Coordinates33.80199, -96.66557
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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,189 (2021)
Projected traffic5,865 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 406 over Little Mineral Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 406 over Little Mineral 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FM 406 over Little Mineral Creek carry?

About 4,189 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 406 over Little Mineral Creek?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 406 over Little Mineral Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.