FM 156 over Denton Creek Slough
GoodDenton County, Texas · 1.9 Mile N of FM 407 · Structure no. 180610071801340
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 620 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,963
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 156 over Denton Creek Slough is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 156 over Denton Creek Slough 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 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,400 by 2033. The structure is 620 ft (189 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 156 over Denton Creek Slough built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 156 over Denton Creek Slough 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 Slough carry?
About 4,963 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FM 156 over Denton Creek Slough?
The structure is 620 ft (189 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns FM 156 over Denton Creek Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.