FM 730 over Lake Weatherford
GoodParker County, Texas · 3.95 MI NE of US 180 · Structure no. 021840160101011
- Built
- 2013
- 12 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 360 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,700
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 730 over Lake Weatherford is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 730 over Lake Weatherford in Parker County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 5,700 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,280 by 2033. The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 730 over Lake Weatherford built?
It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 730 over Lake Weatherford 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FM 730 over Lake Weatherford carry?
About 5,700 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 730 over Lake Weatherford?
The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns FM 730 over Lake Weatherford?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.