FM 788 over IH 27 & BNSF RR
GoodHale County, Texas · 2.15 MI N of FM 3183 · Structure no. 050960006704117
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 650 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 788 over IH 27 & BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 788 over IH 27 & BNSF RR in Hale County, Texas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 250 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 360 by 2033. The structure is 650 ft (198.1 m) long and 36 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 788 over IH 27 & BNSF RR built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 788 over IH 27 & BNSF RR 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 2023.
How much traffic does FM 788 over IH 27 & BNSF RR carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is FM 788 over IH 27 & BNSF RR?
The structure is 650 ft (198.1 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns FM 788 over IH 27 & BNSF RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.