US Bridges

FM 155 over Sandy Creek

Good

Colorado County, Texas · 0.4 MI S of FM 2434 · Structure no. 130450021110057

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,445
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 155 over Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 155 over Sandy Creek in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 1,445 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,341 by 2041. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

CarriesFM 155
CrossesSandy Creek
Location0.4 MI S of FM 2434
RouteState Highway 155
StateTexas
Coordinates29.66056, -96.77062
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadOther
Structure length52 ft (15.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,445 (2021)
Projected traffic2,341 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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 FM 155 over Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 155 over Sandy 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 155 over Sandy Creek carry?

About 1,445 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 155 over Sandy Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 155 over Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.