US Bridges

FM 1956 over Greenbriar Creek

Good

Montague County, Texas · 4.4 MI E of FM 103 · Structure no. 031690161102001

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
774
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1956 over Greenbriar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1956 over Greenbriar Creek in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older 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 774 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,100 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFM 1956
CrossesGreenbriar Creek
Location4.4 MI E of FM 103
RouteState Highway 1956
StateTexas
Coordinates33.79958, -97.6538
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic774 (2020)
Projected traffic1,100 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$164,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1956 over Greenbriar Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1956 over Greenbriar 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1956 over Greenbriar Creek carry?

About 774 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 1956 over Greenbriar Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1956 over Greenbriar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.