US Bridges

SH 55 over Camp Wood Spring Creek

Good

Real County, Texas · 3.10 MI S of Edwards C/L · Structure no. 071930023503018

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,503
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 55 over Camp Wood Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 55 over Camp Wood Spring Creek in Real County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 1,503 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,637 by 2038. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 92 mi (148 km).

CarriesSH 55
CrossesCamp Wood Spring Creek
Location3.10 MI S of Edwards C/L
RouteState Highway 55
StateTexas
Coordinates29.67819, -100.01535
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum 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 spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,503 (2020)
Projected traffic1,637 by 2038
Trucks38%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed92 mi (148 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 55 over Camp Wood Spring Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 55 over Camp Wood Spring 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SH 55 over Camp Wood Spring Creek carry?

About 1,503 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.

How long is SH 55 over Camp Wood Spring Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 55 over Camp Wood Spring Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.