US Bridges

FM 2046 over Drainage Ditch

Good

San Patricio County, Texas · 1.11 MI S of US 181 · Structure no. 162050037105093

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
162 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,462
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2046 over Drainage Ditch is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 2046 over Drainage Ditch in San Patricio County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 2,462 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 730 by 2033. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 2046
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location1.11 MI S of US 181
RouteState Highway 2046
StateTexas
Coordinates28.02063, -97.50487
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 inspectionMarch 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length162 ft (49.4 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.4 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,462 (2020)
Projected traffic730 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 2046 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2046 over Drainage Ditch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2046 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 2,462 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 2046 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2046 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.