US 62/82 WB over FM 179
FairLubbock County, Texas · 5.45 MI SW of SW Lp 289 · Structure no. 051520038001018
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 210 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,957
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 62/82 WB over FM 179 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 62/82 WB over FM 179 in Lubbock County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger 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 5,957 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2033. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 39 ft wide.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 62/82 WB over FM 179 built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 62/82 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 62/82 WB over FM 179 carry?
About 5,957 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 62/82 WB over FM 179?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US 62/82 WB over FM 179?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.