FM 1978 over Long Creek
FairGuadalupe County, Texas · 0.4 MI E of SH 123 · Structure no. 150950189702002
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,097
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1978 over Long Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1978 over Long Creek in Guadalupe County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 2,097 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,870 by 2033. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 33 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1978 over Long Creek built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1978 over Long 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 1978 over Long Creek carry?
About 2,097 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is FM 1978 over Long Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1978 over Long Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.