FM 178 over Wet Tobacco Creek
FairDawson County, Texas · 1.1 MI N of FM 827 · Structure no. 050580236001001
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 223
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 178 over Wet Tobacco Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 178 over Wet Tobacco Creek in Dawson County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 223 vehicles a day, roughly 83% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 178 over Wet Tobacco Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 178 over Wet Tobacco 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does FM 178 over Wet Tobacco Creek carry?
About 223 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 83% are trucks.
How long is FM 178 over Wet Tobacco Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns FM 178 over Wet Tobacco Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.