US Bridges

FM 157 over Mountain Creek

Good

Johnson County, Texas · 4.2 MI S of Bu 287 · Structure no. 021270074705057

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
170 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,327
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 157 over Mountain Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 157 over Mountain Creek in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 3,327 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,230 by 2033. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesFM 157
CrossesMountain Creek
Location4.2 MI S of Bu 287
RouteState Highway 157
StateTexas
Coordinates32.49124, -97.12349
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length170 ft (51.8 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,327 (2020)
Projected traffic4,230 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 157 over Mountain Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 157 over Mountain 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FM 157 over Mountain Creek carry?

About 3,327 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 157 over Mountain Creek?

The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 157 over Mountain Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.