US Bridges

SH 155 over Mound Prairie CR Trib

Good

Anderson County, Texas · 14.4 MI S of US 175 · Structure no. 100010052008015

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,550
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 155 over Mound Prairie CR Trib is a concrete culvert carrying SH 155 over Mound Prairie CR Trib in Anderson County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 78 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 7,550 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,710 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSH 155
CrossesMound Prairie CR Trib
Location14.4 MI S of US 175
RouteState Highway 155
StateTexas
Coordinates31.85909, -95.5806
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic7,550 (2020)
Projected traffic8,710 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
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 SH 155 over Mound Prairie CR Trib built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is SH 155 over Mound Prairie CR Trib 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does SH 155 over Mound Prairie CR Trib carry?

About 7,550 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SH 155 over Mound Prairie CR Trib?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns SH 155 over Mound Prairie CR Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.