US Bridges

SH 155 over Black Cypress Crk N Rel

Good

Cass County, Texas · 8.40 MI SW of US 59 · Structure no. 190340052003026

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
66 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,888
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 155 over Black Cypress Crk N Rel is a concrete culvert carrying SH 155 over Black Cypress Crk N Rel in Cass County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 2,888 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,530 by 2033. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 155
CrossesBlack Cypress Crk N Rel
Location8.40 MI SW of US 59
RouteState Highway 155
CountyCass County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.93915, -94.48407
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,888 (2020)
Projected traffic3,530 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
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 SH 155 over Black Cypress Crk N Rel built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 155 over Black Cypress Crk N Rel 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SH 155 over Black Cypress Crk N Rel carry?

About 2,888 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SH 155 over Black Cypress Crk N Rel?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns SH 155 over Black Cypress Crk N Rel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.