FM 168 over Running Water Draw
GoodLamb County, Texas · 0.90 MI N of FM 1848 · Structure no. 051400087402001
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1974
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 804
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 168 over Running Water Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 168 over Running Water Draw in Lamb County, Texas. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1974, so it is 88 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 804 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 168 over Running Water Draw built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1974.
What condition is FM 168 over Running Water 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does FM 168 over Running Water Draw carry?
About 804 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is FM 168 over Running Water Draw?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FM 168 over Running Water Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.