US Bridges

FM 2724 over Cibolo Creek

Good

Karnes County, Texas · 2.8 MI N of FM 81 · Structure no. 161290275501002

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
520 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,265
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2724 over Cibolo Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2724 over Cibolo Creek in Karnes County, Texas. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 1,265 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 180 by 2033. The structure is 520 ft (158.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 2724
CrossesCibolo Creek
Location2.8 MI N of FM 81
RouteState Highway 2724
StateTexas
Coordinates28.99022, -97.88368
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length520 ft (158.5 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,265 (2020)
Projected traffic180 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
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 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 2724 over Cibolo Creek built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2724 over Cibolo 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 2724 over Cibolo Creek carry?

About 1,265 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 2724 over Cibolo Creek?

The structure is 520 ft (158.5 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2724 over Cibolo Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.