FM 153 over Bear Creek
GoodFayette County, Texas · 1.30 MI NW of US 77 · Structure no. 130760080703018
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,073
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 153 over Bear Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 153 over Bear Creek in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 2040. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 153 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 153 over Bear 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does FM 153 over Bear Creek carry?
About 1,073 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 153 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns FM 153 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.