US Bridges

FM 2517 over Sabine River

Good

Panola County, Texas · 4.55 MI E of FM 699 · Structure no. 191830223901008

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
755 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,398
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2517 over Sabine River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2517 over Sabine River in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 2,398 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,460 by 2033. The structure is 755 ft (230.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesFM 2517
CrossesSabine River
Location4.55 MI E of FM 699
RouteState Highway 2517
StateTexas
Coordinates32.12521, -94.20229
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans6 (+1 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length755 ft (230.1 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,398 (2020)
Projected traffic3,460 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 2517 over Sabine River built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2517 over Sabine River 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2517 over Sabine River carry?

About 2,398 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 2517 over Sabine River?

The structure is 755 ft (230.1 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2517 over Sabine River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.