FM 179 over Blackwater Draw
GoodHale County, Texas · 1.0 MI N of FM 54 · Structure no. 050960088001001
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 408
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 179 over Blackwater Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 179 over Blackwater Draw in Hale County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 77 years old, older 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 408 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 760 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 179 over Blackwater Draw built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is FM 179 over Blackwater Draw 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 179 over Blackwater Draw carry?
About 408 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is FM 179 over Blackwater Draw?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns FM 179 over Blackwater Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.