FM 779 over Lankford Creek
FairWood County, Texas · 0.35 MI W of US 69 · Structure no. 102500111101001
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,907
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 779 over Lankford Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 779 over Lankford Creek in Wood County, Texas. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 1,907 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,390 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 779 over Lankford Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 779 over Lankford Creek 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FM 779 over Lankford Creek carry?
About 1,907 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 779 over Lankford Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns FM 779 over Lankford Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.