US Bridges

FM 2555 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Navarro County, Texas · 0.90 MI S of Bs 31 · Structure no. 181750268201001

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,294
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2555 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2555 over Drainage Ditch in Navarro County, Texas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 5,294 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,835 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 2555
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.90 MI S of Bs 31
RouteState Highway 2555
StateTexas
Coordinates32.05868, -96.49861
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,294 (2022)
Projected traffic7,835 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 FM 2555 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2555 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2555 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 5,294 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 2555 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FM 2555 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.