FM 1740 over Bear Creek

Fair Condition96 years old253 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyWichita
Location4.7 Mi NE Of FM 171
CarriesFM 1740
CrossesBear Creek
Coordinates33.98486, -98.42961

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length36.1 ft (11 m)
Max Span35.1 ft (10.7 m)
Deck Width24.3 ft (7.4 m)
Deck Area81.4 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1930

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic253 (2020)
Truck Traffic19%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number032430161501001

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