FM 709 over Richland Creek Relief
GoodNavarro County, Texas · 0.25 MI S of FM 2452 · Structure no. 181750016209093
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 325 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,292
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 709 over Richland Creek Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 709 over Richland Creek Relief in Navarro County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 1,292 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,660 by 2040. The structure is 325 ft (99.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 709 over Richland Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 709 over Richland Creek Relief 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 709 over Richland Creek Relief carry?
About 1,292 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is FM 709 over Richland Creek Relief?
The structure is 325 ft (99.1 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM 709 over Richland Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.