Re 255 over Indian Creek
GoodNewton County, Texas · 7.50 MI E of SH 87 · Structure no. 201760319703001
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 212 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 565
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Re 255 over Indian Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Re 255 over Indian Creek in Newton County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 565 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 791 by 2042. The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Re 255 over Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Re 255 over Indian 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Re 255 over Indian Creek carry?
About 565 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Re 255 over Indian Creek?
The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Re 255 over Indian Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.