US Bridges

FM 157 over Hog Pen Branch

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.296 MI N of US 287 · Structure no. 022200074704048

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,965
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 157 over Hog Pen Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 157 over Hog Pen Branch in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 26,965 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,390 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 157
CrossesHog Pen Branch
Location0.296 MI N of US 287
RouteState Highway 157
StateTexas
Coordinates32.60182, -97.14476
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,965 (2024)
Projected traffic37,390 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 over Hog Pen Branch built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 157 over Hog Pen 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FM 157 over Hog Pen Branch carry?

About 26,965 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 157 over Hog Pen Branch?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 157 over Hog Pen Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.