US Bridges

FM 2102 over Bucker Creek

Fair

Karnes County, Texas · 2.1 MI SW of FM 1353 · Structure no. 161290223401003

Built
1942
83 years old, rebuilt 1957
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
625
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2102 over Bucker Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2102 over Bucker 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 625 vehicles a day, roughly 69% of them trucks, projected to reach 875 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesFM 2102
CrossesBucker Creek
Location2.1 MI SW of FM 1353
RouteState Highway 2102
StateTexas
Coordinates28.79861, -97.96289
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic625 (2022)
Projected traffic875 by 2042
Trucks69%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 2102 over Bucker 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 Bucker 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2102 over Bucker Creek carry?

About 625 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 69% are trucks.

How long is FM 2102 over Bucker Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2102 over Bucker Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.