US Bridges

FM 2696 over Tributary of Panther Crk

Fair

Bexar County, Texas · 1.40 MI N of Lp 1604 · Structure no. 150150270801001

Built
1941
84 years old, rebuilt 2010
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
62 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
36,707
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2696 over Tributary of Panther Crk is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2696 over Tributary of Panther Crk in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 2010, so it is 84 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 36,707 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,200 by 2033. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2696
CrossesTributary of Panther Crk
Location1.40 MI N of Lp 1604
RouteState Highway 2696
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.62543, -98.51858
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadH 15
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.8 m)
Roadway width59 ft (18 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36,707 (2020)
Projected traffic50,200 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 FM 2696 over Tributary of Panther Crk built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2010.

What condition is FM 2696 over Tributary of Panther Crk 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2696 over Tributary of Panther Crk carry?

About 36,707 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 2696 over Tributary of Panther Crk?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2696 over Tributary of Panther Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.