US Bridges

FM 1155 over Doe Run Creek

Fair

Washington County, Texas · 2.64 MI S of FM 912 · Structure no. 172390129901001

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
297
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1155 over Doe Run Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1155 over Doe Run Creek in Washington County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 297 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 360 by 2033. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1155
CrossesDoe Run Creek
Location2.64 MI S of FM 912
RouteState Highway 1155
CountyWashington County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.27377, -96.16686
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadOther
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic297 (2020)
Projected traffic360 by 2033
Trucks33%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1155 over Doe Run Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1155 over Doe Run Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1155 over Doe Run Creek carry?

About 297 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

How long is FM 1155 over Doe Run Creek?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1155 over Doe Run Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.