US Bridges

FM 455 over Dean CR

Good

Denton County, Texas · 0.50 MI E of IH 35 · Structure no. 180610081602014

Built
2007
18 years old, rebuilt 2024
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,061
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 455 over Dean CR is a concrete culvert carrying FM 455 over Dean CR in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2007 and reconstructed in 2024, so it is 18 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 7,061 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,570 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesFM 455
CrossesDean CR
Location0.50 MI E of IH 35
RouteState Highway 455
StateTexas
Coordinates33.36661, -97.17036
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.9 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,061 (2022)
Projected traffic6,570 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 455 over Dean CR built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2024.

What condition is FM 455 over Dean CR 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 455 over Dean CR carry?

About 7,061 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 455 over Dean CR?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns FM 455 over Dean CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.