FM 1727 over Rita Blanca Creek
FairDallam County, Texas · 2.5 MI W of US 87 · Structure no. 040560079401007
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 250 ft
- 30 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 771
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1727 over Rita Blanca Creek is a steel culvert carrying FM 1727 over Rita Blanca Creek in Dallam County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 771 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 640 by 2040. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 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 1727 over Rita Blanca Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1727 over Rita Blanca 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1727 over Rita Blanca Creek carry?
About 771 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is FM 1727 over Rita Blanca Creek?
The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns FM 1727 over Rita Blanca Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.