US Bridges

FM 156 over Denton Creek Main

Good

Denton County, Texas · 2.10 MI N of FM 407 · Structure no. 180610071801339

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
150 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,963
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 156 over Denton Creek Main is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 156 over Denton Creek Main in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 4,963 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,390 by 2033. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 156
CrossesDenton Creek Main
Location2.10 MI N of FM 407
RouteState Highway 156
StateTexas
Coordinates33.11902, -97.29116
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,963 (2022)
Projected traffic10,390 by 2033
Trucks10%
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 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 156 over Denton Creek Main built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 156 over Denton Creek Main 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FM 156 over Denton Creek Main carry?

About 4,963 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 156 over Denton Creek Main?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns FM 156 over Denton Creek Main?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.