US Bridges

FM 153 over Cedar Creek

Good

Fayette County, Texas · 0.40 MI NW of US 77 · Structure no. 130760080703017

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,073
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 153 over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 153 over Cedar Creek in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 1,073 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,090 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesFM 153
CrossesCedar Creek
Location0.40 MI NW of US 77
RouteState Highway 153
StateTexas
Coordinates30.00171, -96.89736
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,073 (2020)
Projected traffic1,090 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 153 over Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 153 over Cedar 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 153 over Cedar Creek carry?

About 1,073 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 153 over Cedar Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 153 over Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.