FM 70 over Quinta Creek
GoodJim Wells County, Texas · 0.2 MI N of FM 624 · Structure no. 161260108801004
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 576
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 70 over Quinta Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 70 over Quinta Creek in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 576 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 640 by 2033. The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 70 over Quinta Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 70 over Quinta 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does FM 70 over Quinta Creek carry?
About 576 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 70 over Quinta Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns FM 70 over Quinta Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.