US Bridges

FM 455 over N Hickory Creek

Good

Denton County, Texas · 2.25 MI W of FM 1173 · Structure no. 180610081602054

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,012
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 455 over N Hickory Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 455 over N Hickory Creek in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 2,012 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,100 by 2033. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 455
CrossesN Hickory Creek
Location2.25 MI W of FM 1173
RouteState Highway 455
StateTexas
Coordinates33.35037, -97.3786
Functional classRural 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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 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 traffic2,012 (2022)
Projected traffic2,100 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 N Hickory Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 455 over N Hickory 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 455 over N Hickory Creek carry?

About 2,012 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is FM 455 over N Hickory Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 455 over N Hickory Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.