US Bridges

FM 3136 over N Chambers Creek

Good

Johnson County, Texas · 10.2 Mi. E. of FM 4 · Structure no. 021270334801004

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
110 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,194
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3136 over N Chambers Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 3136 over N Chambers Creek in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 2,194 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,070 by 2035. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 3136
CrossesN Chambers Creek
Location10.2 Mi. E. of FM 4
RouteState Highway 3136
StateTexas
Coordinates32.39803, -97.22081
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length110 ft (33.5 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,194 (2023)
Projected traffic1,070 by 2035
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 3136 over N Chambers Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3136 over N Chambers 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 3136 over N Chambers Creek carry?

About 2,194 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 3136 over N Chambers Creek?

The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3136 over N Chambers Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.