US Bridges

FM 2536 over UP RR

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 2.1 MI SW of IH 410 · Structure no. 150150244001053

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
644 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,071
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2536 over UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2536 over UP RR in Bexar 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 6,071 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,700 by 2036. The structure is 644 ft (196.3 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 2536
CrossesUP RR
Location2.1 MI SW of IH 410
RouteState Highway 2536
StateTexas
Coordinates29.31919, -98.65088
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: 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 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length644 ft (196.3 m)
Longest span153 ft (46.6 m)
Deck width85 ft (25.9 m)
Roadway width71 ft (21.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,071 (2020)
Projected traffic10,700 by 2036
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2536 over UP RR built?

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

What condition is FM 2536 over UP RR 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 August 2022.

How much traffic does FM 2536 over UP RR carry?

About 6,071 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 2536 over UP RR?

The structure is 644 ft (196.3 m) long with a longest span of 153 ft (46.6 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2536 over UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.