US Bridges

Lp 1604 Ebml over Panther Springs Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.10 MI E of FM 2696 · Structure no. 150150245202005

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
203 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
42,113
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 1604 Ebml over Panther Springs Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 1604 Ebml over Panther Springs Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 64 years old, older 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 42,113 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,270 by 2033. The structure is 203 ft (61.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesLp 1604 Ebml
CrossesPanther Springs Creek
Location0.10 MI E of FM 2696
RouteState Highway 1604
StateTexas
Coordinates29.60856, -98.50681
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length203 ft (61.9 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic42,113 (2017)
Projected traffic38,270 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Lp 1604 Ebml over Panther Springs Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is Lp 1604 Ebml over Panther Springs 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Lp 1604 Ebml over Panther Springs Creek carry?

About 42,113 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Lp 1604 Ebml over Panther Springs Creek?

The structure is 203 ft (61.9 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 1604 Ebml over Panther Springs Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.