FM 55 over Chambers Creek & Relief
GoodEllis County, Texas · 3.25 MI SE of SH 34 · Structure no. 180710145102011
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 955 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,300
- 2011 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 55 over Chambers Creek & Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 55 over Chambers Creek & Relief in Ellis 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,570 by 2031. The structure is 955 ft (291.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 55 over Chambers Creek & Relief built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 55 over Chambers Creek & Relief 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does FM 55 over Chambers Creek & Relief carry?
About 1,300 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 55 over Chambers Creek & Relief?
The structure is 955 ft (291.1 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns FM 55 over Chambers Creek & Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.