FM 140 over Black Creek
FairFrio County, Texas · 9.50 MI E of IH 35 Bus · Structure no. 150830074801018
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 90 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 794
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 140 over Black Creek is a concrete slab carrying FM 140 over Black Creek in Frio County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 794 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,940 by 2033. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 140 over Black Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 140 over Black 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 2024.
How much traffic does FM 140 over Black Creek carry?
About 794 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is FM 140 over Black Creek?
The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns FM 140 over Black Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.