US Bridges

FM 1776 over Pecos River

Good

Ward County, Texas · 1.0 MI SW of FM 1927 · Structure no. 062380226201003

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
280 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,689
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1776 over Pecos River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1776 over Pecos River in Ward 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 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 3,689 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,165 by 2042. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).

CarriesFM 1776
CrossesPecos River
Location1.0 MI SW of FM 1927
RouteState Highway 1776
StateTexas
Coordinates31.36664, -103.0049
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length280 ft (85.3 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,689 (2022)
Projected traffic5,165 by 2042
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed44.7 mi (72 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1776 over Pecos River built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1776 over Pecos River 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1776 over Pecos River carry?

About 3,689 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is FM 1776 over Pecos River?

The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1776 over Pecos River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.