IH 27 SB over FM 1294
GoodLubbock County, Texas · 3.0 MI S of FM 1729 · Structure no. 051520006707085
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 240 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 9,920
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 27 SB over FM 1294 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 27 SB over FM 1294 in Lubbock County, Texas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 9,920 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,620 by 2033. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 52 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 IH 27 SB over FM 1294 built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 27 SB over FM 1294 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 IH 27 SB over FM 1294 carry?
About 9,920 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is IH 27 SB over FM 1294?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns IH 27 SB over FM 1294?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.