US Bridges

SH 195 over Lampasas River Tributary

Good

Bell County, Texas · 1.80 MI S of FM 2670 · Structure no. 090140083602025

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,600
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 195 over Lampasas River Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying SH 195 over Lampasas River Tributary in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 5,600 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,900 by 2035. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 195
CrossesLampasas River Tributary
Location1.80 MI S of FM 2670
RouteState Highway 195
StateTexas
Coordinates30.95695, -97.78516
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length35 ft (10.7 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 traffic5,600 (2015)
Projected traffic14,900 by 2035
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 SH 195 over Lampasas River Tributary built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 195 over Lampasas River Tributary 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SH 195 over Lampasas River Tributary carry?

About 5,600 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SH 195 over Lampasas River Tributary?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 195 over Lampasas River Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.