US Bridges

FM 156 over Caddells Branch

Good

Denton County, Texas · 4.55 MI SW of IH 35 · Structure no. 180610071801027

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 2011
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,192
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 156 over Caddells Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 156 over Caddells Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 2011, so it is 74 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 3,192 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,450 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 156
CrossesCaddells Branch
Location4.55 MI SW of IH 35
RouteState Highway 156
StateTexas
Coordinates33.26879, -97.23303
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,192 (2023)
Projected traffic2,450 by 2033
Trucks6%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 156 over Caddells Branch built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.

What condition is FM 156 over Caddells 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does FM 156 over Caddells Branch carry?

About 3,192 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 156 over Caddells Branch?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 156 over Caddells Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.