US Bridges

FM 167 over Nolan Branch

Good

Hood County, Texas · 1.3 MI W of US-377 · Structure no. 021120159801004

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
74 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,069
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 167 over Nolan Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 167 over Nolan Branch in Hood County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 2,069 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,450 by 2033. The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 167
CrossesNolan Branch
Location1.3 MI W of US-377
RouteState Highway 167
CountyHood County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.47811, -97.72084
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length74 ft (22.6 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,069 (2020)
Projected traffic2,450 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 167 over Nolan Branch built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 167 over Nolan Branch 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does FM 167 over Nolan Branch carry?

About 2,069 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 167 over Nolan Branch?

The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 167 over Nolan Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.