FM 78 over Youngs Creek
GoodGuadalupe County, Texas · 0.3 MI E of JCT FM 1044 · Structure no. 150950002510062
- Built
- 1921
- 104 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,191
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 78 over Youngs Creek is a concrete slab carrying FM 78 over Youngs Creek in Guadalupe County, Texas. It was built in 1921 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 104 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 11,191 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,667 by 2042. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 78 over Youngs Creek built?
It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is FM 78 over Youngs 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 78 over Youngs Creek carry?
About 11,191 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FM 78 over Youngs Creek?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns FM 78 over Youngs Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.