US Bridges

Re 255 over Primrose Slough

Good

Jasper County, Texas · 0.80 MI E of Tyler C/L · Structure no. 201220087701020

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
240 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
523
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Re 255 over Primrose Slough is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Re 255 over Primrose Slough in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 523 vehicles a day, projected to reach 950 by 2031. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

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CarriesRe 255
CrossesPrimrose Slough
Location0.80 MI E of Tyler C/L
RouteState Highway 255
CountyJasper County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.98224, -94.23081
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum 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 spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic523 (2023)
Projected traffic950 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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 Re 255 over Primrose Slough built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Re 255 over Primrose Slough 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 Primrose Slough carry?

About 523 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Re 255 over Primrose Slough?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Re 255 over Primrose Slough?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.