US Bridges

FM 439 over S Nolan Creek Branch

Fair

Bell County, Texas · 0.95 MI E of FM 3219 · Structure no. 090140083603016

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,896
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 1971, so it is 54 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 6 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 6,896 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,010 by 2035. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 439
CrossesS Nolan Creek Branch
Location0.95 MI E of FM 3219
RouteState Highway 439
CountyBell County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.10009, -97.62652
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,896 (2020)
Projected traffic9,010 by 2035
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
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 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

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

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

About 6,896 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 439 over S Nolan Creek Branch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 439 over S Nolan Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.