FM 78 over Martinez Creek
GoodBexar County, Texas · 4.05 MI NE of IH 410 · Structure no. 150150002509141
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 61 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,808
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 78 over Martinez Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 78 over Martinez Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 61 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 30,808 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,818 by 2042. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 78 over Martinez Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is FM 78 over Martinez 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does FM 78 over Martinez Creek carry?
About 30,808 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FM 78 over Martinez Creek?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.
Who owns FM 78 over Martinez Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.