US Bridges

FM 369 over Wichita River

Good

Montague County, Texas · 1.2 MI N of US 82/277 · Structure no. 032430080202010

Built
1956
69 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
235 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,213
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 369 over Wichita River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 369 over Wichita River in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 69 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 6,213 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,370 by 2033. The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 369
CrossesWichita River
Location1.2 MI N of US 82/277
RouteState Highway 369
StateTexas
Coordinates33.89413, -98.60644
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length235 ft (71.6 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,213 (2024)
Projected traffic9,370 by 2033
Trucks14%
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 Wichita River built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is FM 369 over Wichita River 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 Wichita River carry?

About 6,213 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 369 over Wichita River?

The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 369 over Wichita River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.