SH 349 over Riffle Canyon
FairPecos County, Texas · 3.75 MI S of US 190 · Structure no. 061860055603008
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 627
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 349 over Riffle Canyon is a concrete culvert carrying SH 349 over Riffle Canyon in Pecos County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 627 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,800 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 349 over Riffle Canyon built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 349 over Riffle Canyon 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does SH 349 over Riffle Canyon carry?
About 627 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is SH 349 over Riffle Canyon?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SH 349 over Riffle Canyon?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.