US Bridges

SH 155 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Marion County, Texas · 0.10 MI W of FM 729 · Structure no. 191550052004046

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 2007
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,762
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 155 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 155 over Drainage Ditch in Marion County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 71 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 4,762 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,060 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 91 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSH 155
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.10 MI W of FM 729
RouteState Highway 155
StateTexas
Coordinates32.86293, -94.66657
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionSeptember 2024
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 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width91 ft (27.6 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,762 (2020)
Projected traffic6,060 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 SH 155 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.

What condition is SH 155 over Drainage Ditch 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SH 155 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 4,762 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SH 155 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.

Who owns SH 155 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.