FM 78 over Guadalupe River
FairPosted for loadGuadalupe County, Texas · 0.10 MI NE of FM 725 · Structure no. 150950002510093
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 681 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,009
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 78 over Guadalupe River is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying FM 78 over Guadalupe River in Guadalupe County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 71 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 14,009 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,240 by 2033. The structure is 681 ft (207.7 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Guadalupe River built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is FM 78 over Guadalupe River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FM 78 over Guadalupe River carry?
About 14,009 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FM 78 over Guadalupe River?
The structure is 681 ft (207.7 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.
Who owns FM 78 over Guadalupe River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.