FM 168 over Palo Duro Creek
GoodRandall County, Texas · 3.0 MI N of FM 1062 · Structure no. 041910249501002
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Other
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 105 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,104
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 168 over Palo Duro Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 168 over Palo Duro Creek in Randall County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 1,104 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,921 by 2042. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 168 over Palo Duro Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 168 over Palo Duro 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does FM 168 over Palo Duro Creek carry?
About 1,104 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is FM 168 over Palo Duro Creek?
The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns FM 168 over Palo Duro Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.