US Bridges

FM 155 over Harvey Creek

Good

Colorado County, Texas · 1.20 MI N of US 90 · Structure no. 130450021110066

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,406
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 155 over Harvey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 155 over Harvey Creek in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 2,406 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,753 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 155
CrossesHarvey Creek
Location1.20 MI N of US 90
RouteState Highway 155
StateTexas
Coordinates29.71993, -96.77984
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,406 (2021)
Projected traffic3,753 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 FM 155 over Harvey Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 155 over Harvey 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 Harvey Creek carry?

About 2,406 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FM 155 over Harvey Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns FM 155 over Harvey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.