US Bridges

FM 730 over Trib W Frk Trinity River

Good

Wise County, Texas · 1.7 MI N of FM 2048 · Structure no. 022490031204034

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1979
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,894
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 730 over Trib W Frk Trinity River is a concrete culvert carrying FM 730 over Trib W Frk Trinity River in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 67 years old, older 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 6,894 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,380 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 730
CrossesTrib W Frk Trinity River
Location1.7 MI N of FM 2048
RouteState Highway 730
StateTexas
Coordinates33.06738, -97.56299
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length36 ft (11 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 traffic6,894 (2023)
Projected traffic5,380 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 730 over Trib W Frk Trinity River built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.

What condition is FM 730 over Trib W Frk Trinity River 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 730 over Trib W Frk Trinity River carry?

About 6,894 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is FM 730 over Trib W Frk Trinity River?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FM 730 over Trib W Frk Trinity River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.