FM 1706 over BNSF RR
GoodJohnson County, Texas · 0.3 MI S of Bus 67 · Structure no. 021270160001007
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 167 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,084
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1706 over BNSF RR is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1706 over BNSF RR in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, older 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 4,084 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,554 by 2042. The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1706 over BNSF RR built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1706 over BNSF RR 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 1706 over BNSF RR carry?
About 4,084 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is FM 1706 over BNSF RR?
The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1706 over BNSF RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.