US Bridges

SH 153 over Fish Creek Branch

Good

Nolan County, Texas · 0.60 MI NW of Taylor C/L · Structure no. 081770065001003

Built
1941
84 years old, rebuilt 1983
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,092
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 153 over Fish Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 153 over Fish Creek Branch in Nolan County, Texas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 84 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 2,092 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,110 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 153
CrossesFish Creek Branch
Location0.60 MI NW of Taylor C/L
RouteState Highway 153
CountyNolan County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.1167, -100.15931
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,092 (2020)
Projected traffic2,110 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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$250,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 153 over Fish Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.

What condition is SH 153 over Fish Creek Branch 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 2023.

How much traffic does SH 153 over Fish Creek Branch carry?

About 2,092 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is SH 153 over Fish Creek Branch?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns SH 153 over Fish Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.