US Bridges

Re 255 over E Jordan Creek

Good

Jasper County, Texas · 1.95 MI NE of SH 63 · Structure no. 201220087701015

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,800
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Re 255 over E Jordan Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Re 255 over E Jordan Creek in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 1,800 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,210 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesRe 255
CrossesE Jordan Creek
Location1.95 MI NE of SH 63
RouteState Highway 255
StateTexas
Coordinates31.04776, -94.14846
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,800 (2022)
Projected traffic2,210 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 Re 255 over E Jordan Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Re 255 over E Jordan 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Re 255 over E Jordan Creek carry?

About 1,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Re 255 over E Jordan Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Re 255 over E Jordan Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.