SH 16 over Turkey Creek
GoodAtascosa County, Texas · 0.80 MI S of FM 140 · Structure no. 150070051701049
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,400
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Turkey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Turkey Creek in Atascosa County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,400 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,500 by 2033. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 16 over Turkey Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 16 over Turkey Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does SH 16 over Turkey Creek carry?
About 3,400 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Turkey Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 over Turkey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.