US Bridges

FM 2164 over Clear Creek

Good

Denton County, Texas · 3.05 MI N of Loop 288 · Structure no. 180610205401007

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,004 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
5,432
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2164 over Clear Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2164 over Clear Creek in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 5,432 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,410 by 2033. The structure is 1,004 ft (306 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 2164
CrossesClear Creek
Location3.05 MI N of Loop 288
RouteState Highway 2164
StateTexas
Coordinates33.30668, -97.12913
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,004 ft (306 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,432 (2023)
Projected traffic4,410 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 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 2164 over Clear Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2164 over Clear 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2164 over Clear Creek carry?

About 5,432 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 2164 over Clear Creek?

The structure is 1,004 ft (306 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2164 over Clear Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.