US Bridges

FM 400 over N Fk Dbl Mt Fk Brazos Ri

Good

Lubbock County, Texas · 2.25 MI S of FM 3523 · Structure no. 051520104102075

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,398
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 400 over N Fk Dbl Mt Fk Brazos Ri is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 400 over N Fk Dbl Mt Fk Brazos Ri in Lubbock County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 1,398 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,890 by 2033. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesFM 400
CrossesN Fk Dbl Mt Fk Brazos Ri
Location2.25 MI S of FM 3523
RouteState Highway 400
StateTexas
Coordinates33.51338, -101.65941
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,398 (2017)
Projected traffic1,890 by 2033
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 400 over N Fk Dbl Mt Fk Brazos Ri built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 400 over N Fk Dbl Mt Fk Brazos Ri 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FM 400 over N Fk Dbl Mt Fk Brazos Ri carry?

About 1,398 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is FM 400 over N Fk Dbl Mt Fk Brazos Ri?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 400 over N Fk Dbl Mt Fk Brazos Ri?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.