FM 78 over Walnut Branch
GoodGuadalupe County, Texas · 0.5 MI SE of IH 10 · Structure no. 150950002510313
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Other
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 80 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,442
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 78 over Walnut Branch is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 78 over Walnut Branch in Guadalupe County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 7,442 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,100 by 2031. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 78 over Walnut Branch built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 78 over Walnut Branch 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 Walnut Branch carry?
About 7,442 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 78 over Walnut Branch?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns FM 78 over Walnut Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.