US Bridges

FM 730 over West Fork Trinity River

Good

Wise County, Texas · 0.51 MI N of SH 114 · Structure no. 022490031204049

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
153 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,919
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 730 over West Fork Trinity River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 730 over West Fork Trinity River in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 5,919 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,520 by 2033. The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesFM 730
CrossesWest Fork Trinity River
Location0.51 MI N of SH 114
RouteState Highway 730
StateTexas
Coordinates33.08566, -97.55871
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length153 ft (46.6 m)
Longest span64 ft (19.5 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,919 (2023)
Projected traffic6,520 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 730 over West Fork Trinity River built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 730 over West Fork 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 West Fork Trinity River carry?

About 5,919 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is FM 730 over West Fork Trinity River?

The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FM 730 over West Fork Trinity River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.