US Bridges

FM 439 over S Nolan Creek Branch

Good

Bell County, Texas · 1.50 MI E of FM 2410 · Structure no. 090140083603015

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,631
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 439 over S Nolan Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 439 over S Nolan Creek Branch in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 60 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 13,631 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,310 by 2035. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 439
CrossesS Nolan Creek Branch
Location1.50 MI E of FM 2410
RouteState Highway 439
CountyBell County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.11585, -97.67351
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width79 ft (24.2 m)
Roadway width77 ft (23.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,631 (2020)
Projected traffic26,310 by 2035
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$261,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 439 over S Nolan Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is FM 439 over S Nolan Creek Branch 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 2023.

How much traffic does FM 439 over S Nolan Creek Branch carry?

About 13,631 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 439 over S Nolan Creek Branch?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.

Who owns FM 439 over S Nolan Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.