US Bridges

SH 155 over Dunn Creek

Fair

Henderson County, Texas · 2.80 MI S of FM 3506 · Structure no. 101080052007023

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
11,526
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 155 over Dunn Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 155 over Dunn Creek in Henderson County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1997, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 11,526 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,820 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 155
CrossesDunn Creek
Location2.80 MI S of FM 3506
RouteState Highway 155
CountyHenderson County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.0958, -95.4945
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length39 ft (11.9 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 traffic11,526 (2020)
Projected traffic14,820 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Dunn Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is SH 155 over Dunn Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does SH 155 over Dunn Creek carry?

About 11,526 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SH 155 over Dunn Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 155 over Dunn Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.