FM 296 over Junkyard Creek
GoodDallam County, Texas · 1.2 MI S of US 87 · Structure no. 040560114101004
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 334
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 296 over Junkyard Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 296 over Junkyard Creek in Dallam County, Texas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 334 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 440 by 2040. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 296 over Junkyard Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 296 over Junkyard 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 FM 296 over Junkyard Creek carry?
About 334 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 296 over Junkyard Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM 296 over Junkyard Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.