US Bridges

FM 157 NB over Trinity River Relief

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 2.1 MI S of SH 10 · Structure no. 022200074703051

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
756 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
14,395
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 157 NB over Trinity River Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 157 NB over Trinity River Relief in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 14,395 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,330 by 2033. The structure is 756 ft (230.4 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 157 NB
CrossesTrinity River Relief
Location2.1 MI S of SH 10
RouteState Highway 157
StateTexas
Coordinates32.79446, -97.09751
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length756 ft (230.4 m)
Longest span108 ft (32.9 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,395 (2024)
Projected traffic23,330 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 157 NB over Trinity River Relief built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 157 NB over Trinity River Relief 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FM 157 NB over Trinity River Relief carry?

About 14,395 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 157 NB over Trinity River Relief?

The structure is 756 ft (230.4 m) long with a longest span of 108 ft (32.9 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns FM 157 NB over Trinity River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.