FM 1785 over Wildcat Creek
FairBorden County, Texas · 11.21 MI E of FM 669 · Structure no. 080170115505005
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 119
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1785 over Wildcat Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1785 over Wildcat Creek in Borden County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 119 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1785 over Wildcat Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1785 over Wildcat 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1785 over Wildcat Creek carry?
About 119 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is FM 1785 over Wildcat Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1785 over Wildcat Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.