Re 255 over Little Cow Creek
FairNewton County, Texas · 5.3 MI E of Jasper C/L · Structure no. 201760319702003
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 814
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- Other State Agency
About this bridge
Re 255 over Little Cow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Re 255 over Little Cow Creek in Newton County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 814 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,221 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Re 255 over Little Cow Creek built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is Re 255 over Little Cow Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Re 255 over Little Cow Creek carry?
About 814 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Re 255 over Little Cow Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Re 255 over Little Cow Creek?
It is owned by the Other State Agency and maintained by the State Highway Agency.