US Bridges

FM 369 over Drainage Ditch

Fair

Montague County, Texas · 2.25 MI W of FM 2380 · Structure no. 032430080202014

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
14,829
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 369 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 369 over Drainage Ditch in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 14,829 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,650 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 369
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location2.25 MI W of FM 2380
RouteState Highway 369
CountyMontague County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.85807, -98.57562
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,829 (2019)
Projected traffic22,650 by 2033
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$8,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 369 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 369 over Drainage Ditch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 369 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 14,829 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is FM 369 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 369 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.