US Bridges

SH 155 over Sabine River Relief

Good

Upshur County, Texas · 1.70 MI S of US 80 · Structure no. 192300052002180

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
720 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
5,937
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 155 over Sabine River Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 155 over Sabine River Relief in Upshur County, Texas. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 years old, younger 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 5,937 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,810 by 2035. The structure is 720 ft (219.5 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSH 155
CrossesSabine River Relief
Location1.70 MI S of US 80
RouteState Highway 155
StateTexas
Coordinates32.56394, -95.13996
Functional classRural 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9
Design loadHL 93
Structure length720 ft (219.5 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width83 ft (25.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,937 (2015)
Projected traffic10,810 by 2035
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 155 over Sabine River Relief built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 155 over Sabine River Relief 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 2023.

How much traffic does SH 155 over Sabine River Relief carry?

About 5,937 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH 155 over Sabine River Relief?

The structure is 720 ft (219.5 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns SH 155 over Sabine River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.