US Bridges

SH 155 over Ledbetter Crk S Channel

Fair

Henderson County, Texas · 0.75 MI S of FM 3506 · Structure no. 101080052007055

Built
1971
54 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
280 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
13,161
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 155 over Ledbetter Crk S Channel is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 155 over Ledbetter Crk S Channel in Henderson County, Texas. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 54 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 13,161 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,425 by 2041. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 155
CrossesLedbetter Crk S Channel
Location0.75 MI S of FM 3506
RouteState Highway 155
CountyHenderson County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.12474, -95.48597
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length280 ft (85.3 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.5 m)
Roadway width75 ft (23 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,161 (2021)
Projected traffic18,425 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
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 Ledbetter Crk S Channel built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is SH 155 over Ledbetter Crk S Channel 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 Ledbetter Crk S Channel carry?

About 13,161 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SH 155 over Ledbetter Crk S Channel?

The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns SH 155 over Ledbetter Crk S Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.