US Bridges

FM 156 over Channel 109

Good

Denton County, Texas · 0.20 MI N Intermodal Pkwy · Structure no. 180610071801345

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
13,752
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 156 over Channel 109 is a concrete culvert carrying FM 156 over Channel 109 in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 13,752 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,854 by 2042. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 156
CrossesChannel 109
Location0.20 MI N Intermodal Pkwy
RouteState Highway 156
StateTexas
Coordinates32.9933, -97.34239
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,752 (2022)
Projected traffic25,854 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Channel 109 built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 156 over Channel 109 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 2024.

How much traffic does FM 156 over Channel 109 carry?

About 13,752 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 156 over Channel 109?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 156 over Channel 109?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.