US Bridges

FM 1709 over Trib of Big Bear Creek

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.1 MI W of FM 1938 · Structure no. 022200160303009

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
30,252
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1709 over Trib of Big Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1709 over Trib of Big Bear Creek in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 30,252 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,850 by 2029. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long.

CarriesFM 1709
CrossesTrib of Big Bear Creek
Location0.1 MI W of FM 1938
RouteState Highway 1709
StateTexas
Coordinates32.93629, -97.18797
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,252 (2019)
Projected traffic60,850 by 2029
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1709 over Trib of Big Bear Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1709 over Trib of Big Bear 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1709 over Trib of Big Bear Creek carry?

About 30,252 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is FM 1709 over Trib of Big Bear Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FM 1709 over Trib of Big Bear Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.