US Bridges

Nolan River RD over Mcanear Creek

Good

Johnson County, Texas · 0.4 MI S of US 67 · Structure no. 021270B01025001

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
66 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
10,286
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nolan River RD over Mcanear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Nolan River RD over Mcanear Creek in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 10,286 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,980 by 2038. The structure is 66 ft (20.2 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesNolan River RD
CrossesMcanear Creek
Location0.4 MI S of US 67
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.37086, -97.41825
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length66 ft (20.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.6 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,286 (2024)
Projected traffic5,980 by 2038
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$9,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nolan River RD over Mcanear Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nolan River RD over Mcanear 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Nolan River RD over Mcanear Creek carry?

About 10,286 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Nolan River RD over Mcanear Creek?

The structure is 66 ft (20.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns Nolan River RD over Mcanear Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.