US Bridges

SH 155 over Cannon Creek

Good

Cass County, Texas · 11.0 MI SW of US 59 · Structure no. 190340052003031

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

About this bridge

SH 155 over Cannon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 155 over Cannon Creek 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 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 155
CrossesCannon Creek
Location11.0 MI SW of US 59
RouteState Highway 155
CountyCass County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.91824, -94.51735
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 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 spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 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
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 SH 155 over Cannon Creek built?

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

What condition is SH 155 over Cannon Creek 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 Cannon Creek carry?

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

How long is SH 155 over Cannon Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SH 155 over Cannon Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.