US Bridges

FM 137 over Loop 286

Good

Lamar County, Texas · 1.4 M. S. of US 82 · Structure no. 011390169001157

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
220 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,300
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 137 over Loop 286 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 137 over Loop 286 in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,820 by 2033. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFM 137
CrossesLoop 286
Location1.4 M. S. of US 82
RouteState Highway 137
StateTexas
Coordinates33.64017, -95.58596
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.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length220 ft (67.1 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,300 (2013)
Projected traffic1,820 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 137 over Loop 286 built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 137 over Loop 286 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 137 over Loop 286 carry?

About 1,300 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 137 over Loop 286?

The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 137 over Loop 286?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.