SH 16 over Nueces River

Fair Condition86 years old1,342 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyMcMullen
Location10.65 Mi S Of SH 72
CarriesSH 16
CrossesNueces River
Coordinates28.30915, -98.55713

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length1046.9 ft (319.1 m)
Max Span83.0 ft (25.3 m)
Deck Width42.0 ft (12.8 m)
Deck Area4084.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1940 (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 Number151620051703016

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