SH 72 over Panther Creek

Fair Condition89 years old6,650 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyKarnes
Location3.40 Mi E Of US 181
CarriesSH 72
CrossesPanther Creek
Coordinates28.78020, -97.89704

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Culvert6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignCulvert
Total Length36.1 ft (11 m)
Max Span7.9 ft (2.4 m)
Deck Area147.4 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1937 (reconstructed 1989)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,650 (2020)
Truck Traffic31%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number161290027007015

Nearby Bridges

SH 72 over Panther Creek Draw 1.0 mi Fair FM 2102 over Doe Creek 2.6 mi Fair US 181 over FM 2509 & Nichols Creek 2.6 mi Fair US 181 Bus over Nichols Creek 2.7 mi Fair FM 2102 over Panther Creek 2.7 mi Fair Business US 181 over Nichols Creek 2.9 mi Good US 181 over Hondo Creek 3.0 mi Good US 181 over Hondo Creek 3.1 mi Good FM 1145 over Nichols Creek 3.1 mi Good US 181 over Escondido Creek Draw 3.5 mi Good