US Bridges

Lp 1604 Wbfr over Panther Springs Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.10 MI E of FM 2696 · Structure no. 150150245202098

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
200 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
23,210
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 1604 Wbfr over Panther Springs Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 1604 Wbfr over Panther Springs Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 23,210 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,490 by 2033. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 38 ft wide.

CarriesLp 1604 Wbfr
CrossesPanther Springs Creek
Location0.10 MI E of FM 2696
RouteState Highway 1604
StateTexas
Coordinates29.60906, -98.50634
Functional classUrban 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.
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 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, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,210 (2013)
Projected traffic32,490 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Lp 1604 Wbfr over Panther Springs Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 1604 Wbfr 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 Wbfr over Panther Springs Creek carry?

About 23,210 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Lp 1604 Wbfr over Panther Springs Creek?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 1604 Wbfr over Panther Springs Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.