FM 1409 over Big Ditch
GoodLiberty County, Texas · 5.7 Mi. SE of US 90 · Structure no. 201460076202011
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 740 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,698
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1409 over Big Ditch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1409 over Big Ditch in Liberty County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 4,698 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,410 by 2033. The structure is 740 ft (225.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 1409 over Big Ditch built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1409 over Big Ditch 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1409 over Big Ditch carry?
About 4,698 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is FM 1409 over Big Ditch?
The structure is 740 ft (225.6 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1409 over Big Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.