US Bridges

FM 92 over John Nowling Branch

Good

Tyler County, Texas · 4.50 MI S of FM 1746 · Structure no. 202290070301012

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,591
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 92 over John Nowling Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 92 over John Nowling Branch in Tyler County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 72 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 1,591 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,227 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFM 92
CrossesJohn Nowling Branch
Location4.50 MI S of FM 1746
RouteState Highway 92
StateTexas
Coordinates30.72633, -94.17204
Functional classRural Minor 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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,591 (2022)
Projected traffic2,227 by 2042
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 92 over John Nowling Branch built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is FM 92 over John Nowling 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 2024.

How much traffic does FM 92 over John Nowling Branch carry?

About 1,591 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 92 over John Nowling Branch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 92 over John Nowling Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.