FM 156 over Moores Branch
GoodDenton County, Texas · 1.20 MI SW of IH 35 · Structure no. 180610071801351
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 130 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,278
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 156 over Moores Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 156 over Moores Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 3,278 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,450 by 2033. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 Moores Branch built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 156 over Moores 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 Moores Branch carry?
About 3,278 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FM 156 over Moores Branch?
The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns FM 156 over Moores Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.