FM 1978 over Little Cottonwood Creek
GoodGuadalupe County, Texas · 1.54 MI SW of FM 621 · Structure no. 150950189702001
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 89 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,097
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1978 over Little Cottonwood Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1978 over Little Cottonwood Creek in Guadalupe County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 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 2,097 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,870 by 2033. The structure is 89 ft (27.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1978 over Little Cottonwood Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1978 over Little Cottonwood 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1978 over Little Cottonwood Creek carry?
About 2,097 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is FM 1978 over Little Cottonwood Creek?
The structure is 89 ft (27.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1978 over Little Cottonwood Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.