SH 55 over Bear Creek
GoodUvalde County, Texas · 13.0 MI NW of US 83 · Structure no. 152320023505020
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,406
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 55 over Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 55 over Bear Creek in Uvalde County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 1,406 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,430 by 2033. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 55 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 55 over Bear 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SH 55 over Bear Creek carry?
About 1,406 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is SH 55 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns SH 55 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.