US Bridges

FM 2159 over Barton Branch

Fair

Robertson County, Texas · 3.7 MI N of SH 6 · Structure no. 171980202901001

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
54
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2159 over Barton Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2159 over Barton Branch in Robertson County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 54 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 90 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2159
CrossesBarton Branch
Location3.7 MI N of SH 6
RouteState Highway 2159
CountyRobertson County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.06259, -96.74326
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic54 (2023)
Projected traffic90 by 2033
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2159 over Barton Branch built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2159 over Barton Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2159 over Barton Branch carry?

About 54 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is FM 2159 over Barton Branch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 2159 over Barton Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.