SH 16 over Nueces River Relief

Fair Condition85 years old1,342 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyMcMullen
Location10.1 Mi S Of SH 72
CarriesSH 16
CrossesNueces River Relief
Coordinates28.31696, -98.56077

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length961.9 ft (293.2 m)
Max Span40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Deck Width42.0 ft (12.8 m)
Deck Area3753.0 sq m
Main Spans24
Year Built1941 (reconstructed 1988)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,342 (2023)
Truck Traffic32%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number151620051703015

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