US Bridges

FM 917 over Nolan River

Good

Johnson County, Texas · 5.2 MI W of FM 1902 · Structure no. 021270118102007

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
150 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,593
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 917 over Nolan River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 917 over Nolan River in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 6,593 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,260 by 2033. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesFM 917
CrossesNolan River
Location5.2 MI W of FM 1902
RouteState Highway 917
StateTexas
Coordinates32.45473, -97.50608
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,593 (2024)
Projected traffic3,260 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 917 over Nolan River built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 917 over Nolan River 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 917 over Nolan River carry?

About 6,593 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 917 over Nolan River?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 917 over Nolan River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.