US Bridges

FM 1709 over Trib Grapevine Lake

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 3.9 MI E of FM 1938 · Structure no. 022200160303014

Built
1994
31 years old, rebuilt 2013
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
41,601
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1709 over Trib Grapevine Lake is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1709 over Trib Grapevine Lake in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1994 and reconstructed in 2013, 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 41,601 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,314 by 2040. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 1709
CrossesTrib Grapevine Lake
Location3.9 MI E of FM 1938
RouteState Highway 1709
StateTexas
Coordinates32.94092, -97.1198
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 length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic41,601 (2023)
Projected traffic45,314 by 2040
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Grapevine Lake built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.

What condition is FM 1709 over Trib Grapevine Lake 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 Grapevine Lake carry?

About 41,601 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is FM 1709 over Trib Grapevine Lake?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 1709 over Trib Grapevine Lake?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.