SH 16 over Brazos River

Fair Condition84 years old46 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyPalo Pinto
Location1.8 Mi S Of FM 2353
CarriesSH 16
CrossesBrazos River
Coordinates32.85814, -98.41210

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck8 (Very Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialMasonry
DesignArch - Deck
Total Length433.1 ft (132 m)
Max Span30.8 ft (9.4 m)
Deck Width26.6 ft (8.1 m)
Deck Area1069.2 sq m
Main Spans18
Year Built1942

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic46 (2022)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure Number021820036202003