US Bridges

FM 937 over Faulkenberry Creek

Good

Limestone County, Texas · 1.90 MI S of SH 164 · Structure no. 091470119104012

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
160 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,834
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 937 over Faulkenberry Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 937 over Faulkenberry Creek in Limestone 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 1,834 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,530 by 2038. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesFM 937
CrossesFaulkenberry Creek
Location1.90 MI S of SH 164
RouteState Highway 937
StateTexas
Coordinates31.49164, -96.5162
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable 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 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,834 (2020)
Projected traffic2,530 by 2038
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 937 over Faulkenberry Creek built?

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

What condition is FM 937 over Faulkenberry 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does FM 937 over Faulkenberry Creek carry?

About 1,834 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 937 over Faulkenberry Creek?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 937 over Faulkenberry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.