US Bridges

FM 3355 over US 181

Good

Bee County, Texas · 2.9 MI NW of US 59 · Structure no. 160130010008089

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
365 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,076
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3355 over US 181 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 3355 over US 181 in Bee County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 2,076 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,770 by 2033. The structure is 365 ft (111.3 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFM 3355
CrossesUS 181
Location2.9 MI NW of US 59
RouteState Highway 3355
StateTexas
Coordinates28.44639, -97.75375
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: 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, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length365 ft (111.3 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,076 (2024)
Projected traffic3,770 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 3355 over US 181 built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3355 over US 181 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 3355 over US 181 carry?

About 2,076 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is FM 3355 over US 181?

The structure is 365 ft (111.3 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3355 over US 181?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.