FM 1988 over US 59
FairPolk County, Texas · JCT FM 1988 & US 59 · Structure no. 111870017701127
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 400 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,130
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1988 over US 59 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1988 over US 59 in Polk County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 1,130 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,580 by 2033. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1988 over US 59 built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1988 over US 59 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 April 2022.
How much traffic does FM 1988 over US 59 carry?
About 1,130 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 1988 over US 59?
The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1988 over US 59?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.