RM 2139 over Sterling Creek
GoodSterling County, Texas · 8.30 MI SW of SH 163 · Structure no. 072160346201003
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 63 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 107
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RM 2139 over Sterling Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RM 2139 over Sterling Creek in Sterling County, Texas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 107 vehicles a day, roughly 59% of them trucks, projected to reach 119 by 2042. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RM 2139 over Sterling Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is RM 2139 over Sterling 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 RM 2139 over Sterling Creek carry?
About 107 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 59% are trucks.
How long is RM 2139 over Sterling Creek?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns RM 2139 over Sterling Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.