FM 1714 over Dry Creek
GoodRandall County, Texas · 1.9 MI W of US 87 · Structure no. 041910162601001
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 346
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1714 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1714 over Dry Creek in Randall County, Texas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 346 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 484 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1714 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1714 over Dry Creek 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1714 over Dry Creek carry?
About 346 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is FM 1714 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1714 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.