SH 16 over W Frk Trinity River
FairArcher County, Texas · 2.75 MI S of US 281 · Structure no. 030050065502005
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 100 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,013
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over W Frk Trinity River is a concrete continuous slab carrying SH 16 over W Frk Trinity River in Archer County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 78 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,013 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,415 by 2040. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 16 over W Frk Trinity River built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is SH 16 over W Frk Trinity River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2023.
How much traffic does SH 16 over W Frk Trinity River carry?
About 1,013 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over W Frk Trinity River?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 over W Frk Trinity River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.