US Bridges

US 271 over Ray CR

Good

Smith County, Texas · 0.03 MI SW of FM 2015 · Structure no. 102120016501027

Built
1941
84 years old, rebuilt 1969
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
22,321
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 271 over Ray CR is a concrete culvert carrying US 271 over Ray CR in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 84 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 22,321 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,750 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 271
CrossesRay CR
Location0.03 MI SW of FM 2015
RouteU.S. Route 271
StateTexas
Coordinates32.40235, -95.25912
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 inspectionMarch 2023
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 spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic22,321 (2020)
Projected traffic34,750 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 271 over Ray CR built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.

What condition is US 271 over Ray CR 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US 271 over Ray CR carry?

About 22,321 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 271 over Ray CR?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 271 over Ray CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.