FM 156 Northbound over Trail Creek
GoodDenton County, Texas · 5 Miles N of SH 114 · Structure no. 180610071801361
- Built
- 2019
- 6 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 164 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,963
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 156 Northbound over Trail Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 156 Northbound over Trail Creek in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 5,963 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,395 by 2037. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 156 Northbound over Trail Creek built?
It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 156 Northbound over Trail Creek 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 2023.
How much traffic does FM 156 Northbound over Trail Creek carry?
About 5,963 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is FM 156 Northbound over Trail Creek?
The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns FM 156 Northbound over Trail Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.