FM 296 over West Rita Blanca Creek
GoodDallam County, Texas · 1.5 MI S of US 87 · Structure no. 040560114101009
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 360 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 334
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 296 over West Rita Blanca Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 296 over West Rita Blanca Creek in Dallam County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger 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 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2040. The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long and 32 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 296 over West Rita Blanca Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 296 over West Rita Blanca 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 West Rita Blanca Creek carry?
About 334 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.
How long is FM 296 over West Rita Blanca Creek?
The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM 296 over West Rita Blanca Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.