US Bridges

SH 16 over Atascosa River

Good

Atascosa County, Texas · 3.45 MI North of FM 3350 · Structure no. 150070061302132

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
360 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,400
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 16 over Atascosa River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 16 over Atascosa River in Atascosa County, Texas. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 years old, younger 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 7,400 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,700 by 2040. The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSH 16
CrossesAtascosa River
Location3.45 MI North of FM 3350
RouteState Highway 16
StateTexas
Coordinates29.01228, -98.57674
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length360 ft (109.7 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,400 (2020)
Projected traffic10,700 by 2040
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 16 over Atascosa River built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 16 over Atascosa River 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 Atascosa River carry?

About 7,400 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is SH 16 over Atascosa River?

The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns SH 16 over Atascosa River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.