US Bridges

FM 2696 over Panther Springs Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 3.60 MI N of Lp 1604 · Structure no. 150150270801096

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
246 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
16,417
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2696 over Panther Springs Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2696 over Panther Springs Creek 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 16,417 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,200 by 2036. The structure is 246 ft (75 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 2696
CrossesPanther Springs Creek
Location3.60 MI N of Lp 1604
RouteState Highway 2696
StateTexas
Coordinates29.65747, -98.52125
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length246 ft (75 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width82 ft (25.1 m)
Roadway width75 ft (22.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,417 (2020)
Projected traffic22,200 by 2036
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2696 over Panther Springs Creek built?

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

What condition is FM 2696 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 FM 2696 over Panther Springs Creek carry?

About 16,417 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 2696 over Panther Springs Creek?

The structure is 246 ft (75 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2696 over Panther Springs Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.