US Bridges

FM 2214 over Mansker Lake

Good

Eastland County, Texas · 1.00 MI W of FM 571 · Structure no. 230680169702007

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 2008
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
121 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,095
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2214 over Mansker Lake is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2214 over Mansker Lake in Eastland County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 68 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 2,095 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,945 by 2038. The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFM 2214
CrossesMansker Lake
Location1.00 MI W of FM 571
RouteState Highway 2214
StateTexas
Coordinates32.32358, -98.64156
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length121 ft (36.9 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,095 (2023)
Projected traffic1,945 by 2038
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 2214 over Mansker Lake built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.

What condition is FM 2214 over Mansker Lake 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2214 over Mansker Lake carry?

About 2,095 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 2214 over Mansker Lake?

The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2214 over Mansker Lake?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.