US Bridges

FM 1709 over Trib to Big Bear Creek

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 1.2 Mi. E. of FM 1938 · Structure no. 022200160303011

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
67 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
32,609
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1709 over Trib to Big Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1709 over Trib to Big Bear Creek in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 32,609 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,653 by 2040. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 1709
CrossesTrib to Big Bear Creek
Location1.2 Mi. E. of FM 1938
RouteState Highway 1709
StateTexas
Coordinates32.94129, -97.16574
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 spans9
Design loadHS 20
Structure length67 ft (20.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,609 (2020)
Projected traffic45,653 by 2040
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
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 to Big Bear Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1709 over Trib to 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 to Big Bear Creek carry?

About 32,609 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

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

The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 1709 over Trib to Big Bear Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.