US Bridges

FM 158 over Hudson Creek

Good

Brazos County, Texas · 2.5 MI E of SH 6 · Structure no. 170210021203022

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,700
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 158 over Hudson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 158 over Hudson Creek in Brazos County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 13,700 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,000 by 2041. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 135 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 158
CrossesHudson Creek
Location2.5 MI E of SH 6
RouteState Highway FM158
StateTexas
Coordinates30.66059, -96.29986
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width135 ft (41.3 m)
Roadway width134 ft (40.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,700 (2015)
Projected traffic19,000 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
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 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 158 over Hudson Creek built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 158 over Hudson Creek 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 158 over Hudson Creek carry?

About 13,700 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FM 158 over Hudson Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 135 ft wide.

Who owns FM 158 over Hudson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.