US 84 WB over FM 179
FairLubbock County, Texas · 7.9 MI NW of Loop 289 · Structure no. 051520005207026
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 210 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,666
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 84 WB over FM 179 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 84 WB over FM 179 in Lubbock County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 4,666 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,240 by 2033. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 84 WB over FM 179 built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 84 WB over FM 179 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does US 84 WB over FM 179 carry?
About 4,666 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 84 WB over FM 179?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 84 WB over FM 179?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.