FM 715 over Drainage Channel
GoodMidland County, Texas · 0.10 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 061650108101001
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,030
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 715 over Drainage Channel is a concrete culvert carrying FM 715 over Drainage Channel in Midland County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 8,030 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,250 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. 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 715 over Drainage Channel built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 715 over Drainage Channel 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does FM 715 over Drainage Channel carry?
About 8,030 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is FM 715 over Drainage Channel?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns FM 715 over Drainage Channel?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.