US Bridges

FM 730 over Trinity Relief

Fair

Wise County, Texas · 0.68 MI N of SH-114 · Structure no. 022490031204031

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,329
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 730 over Trinity Relief is a concrete culvert carrying FM 730 over Trinity Relief in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 4,329 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,520 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 730
CrossesTrinity Relief
Location0.68 MI N of SH-114
RouteState Highway 730
CountyWise County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.08816, -97.55872
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.7 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,329 (2019)
Projected traffic6,520 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$368,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 730 over Trinity Relief built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 730 over Trinity Relief in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 730 over Trinity Relief carry?

About 4,329 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is FM 730 over Trinity Relief?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns FM 730 over Trinity Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.