FM 2102 over Panther Creek
FairKarnes County, Texas · 0.8 MI W of SH 72 · Structure no. 161290223401001
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1957
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,537
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2102 over Panther Creek is a concrete slab carrying FM 2102 over Panther Creek in Karnes County, Texas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1957, so it is 83 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 7,537 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,120 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 2102 over Panther Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.
What condition is FM 2102 over Panther Creek 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 2102 over Panther Creek carry?
About 7,537 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 2102 over Panther Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns FM 2102 over Panther Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.