US Bridges

FM 2121 over Mulberry CR

Good

Lamar County, Texas · 2.30 MI S of US 82 · Structure no. 011390200401003

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
100 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
106
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2121 over Mulberry CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2121 over Mulberry CR in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 106 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 170 by 2033. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 2121
CrossesMulberry CR
Location2.30 MI S of US 82
RouteState Highway 2121
StateTexas
Coordinates33.64077, -95.42478
Functional classRural Minor 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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic106 (2023)
Projected traffic170 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 2121 over Mulberry CR built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2121 over Mulberry CR 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2121 over Mulberry CR carry?

About 106 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FM 2121 over Mulberry CR?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2121 over Mulberry CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.