FM 1788 over IH 20
FairMidland County, Texas · At JCT of IH 20 & FM 1788 · Structure no. 061650000514161
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 222 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,784
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1788 over IH 20 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1788 over IH 20 in Midland County, Texas. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 60 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 15,784 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,338 by 2042. The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1788 over IH 20 built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is FM 1788 over IH 20 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1788 over IH 20 carry?
About 15,784 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is FM 1788 over IH 20?
The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1788 over IH 20?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.