US Bridges

Ss 248 over Gilley CR

Good

Smith County, Texas · 2.2 MI E of Lp 323 · Structure no. 102120255801001

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
7,291
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ss 248 over Gilley CR is a concrete culvert carrying Ss 248 over Gilley CR in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 63 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 7,291 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,870 by 2033. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 113 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSs 248
CrossesGilley CR
Location2.2 MI E of Lp 323
RouteState Highway 248
StateTexas
Coordinates32.31482, -95.23064
Functional classUrban Minor 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
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width113 ft (34.4 m)
Roadway width74 ft (22.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,291 (2020)
Projected traffic12,870 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Ss 248 over Gilley CR built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is Ss 248 over Gilley 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 Ss 248 over Gilley CR carry?

About 7,291 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Ss 248 over Gilley CR?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 113 ft wide.

Who owns Ss 248 over Gilley CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.