FM 70 over Pintas Creek
GoodNueces County, Texas · 3.73 MI S of SH 44 · Structure no. 161780155802117
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 761
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 70 over Pintas Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 70 over Pintas Creek in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 761 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 730 by 2033. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 70 over Pintas Creek built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 70 over Pintas Creek 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does FM 70 over Pintas Creek carry?
About 761 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is FM 70 over Pintas Creek?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns FM 70 over Pintas Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.