US Bridges

FM 1709 over Big Bear Creek

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 1.2 MI W of FM 1938 · Structure no. 022200160303019

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
28,208
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1709 over Big Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1709 over Big Bear Creek in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 28,208 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50,880 by 2033. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFM 1709
CrossesBig Bear Creek
Location1.2 MI W of FM 1938
RouteState Highway 1709
StateTexas
Coordinates32.93431, -97.20695
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length52 ft (15.9 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 traffic28,208 (2020)
Projected traffic50,880 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 Big Bear Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1709 over 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 Big Bear Creek carry?

About 28,208 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is FM 1709 over Big Bear Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 1709 over Big Bear Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.