US Bridges

FM 369 over N. Side Irrigation Canal

Good

Montague County, Texas · 0.5 MI N of Bus 287/LP370 · Structure no. 032430080201006

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,021
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 369 over N. Side Irrigation Canal is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 369 over N. Side Irrigation Canal in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 65 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 4,021 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,270 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 369
CrossesN. Side Irrigation Canal
Location0.5 MI N of Bus 287/LP370
RouteState Highway 369
CountyMontague County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.94566, -98.60319
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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadOther
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,021 (2020)
Projected traffic5,270 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 369 over N. Side Irrigation Canal built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is FM 369 over N. Side Irrigation Canal 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 369 over N. Side Irrigation Canal carry?

About 4,021 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 369 over N. Side Irrigation Canal?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 369 over N. Side Irrigation Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.