FM 37 East over IH 27
GoodHale County, Texas · 7.02 MI N of FM 54 · Structure no. 050960006706098
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 380 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 120
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 37 East over IH 27 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 37 East over IH 27 in Hale County, Texas. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 120 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2033. The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 37 East over IH 27 built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 37 East over IH 27 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 37 East over IH 27 carry?
About 120 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FM 37 East over IH 27?
The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns FM 37 East over IH 27?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.