US Bridges

FM 455 over Mustang Creek Relief

Fair

Denton County, Texas · 4.20 MI E of US 377 · Structure no. 180610081603016

Built
1948
77 years old, rebuilt 1962
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,371
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 455 over Mustang Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying FM 455 over Mustang Creek Relief in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 77 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,371 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,420 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 455
CrossesMustang Creek Relief
Location4.20 MI E of US 377
RouteState Highway 455
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.38689, -96.87487
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,371 (2022)
Projected traffic1,420 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 455 over Mustang Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.

What condition is FM 455 over Mustang Creek Relief in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does FM 455 over Mustang Creek Relief carry?

About 2,371 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 455 over Mustang Creek Relief?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 455 over Mustang Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.