SH 16 over Medina River
GoodBandera County, Texas · 1.1 MI N of FM 2107 · Structure no. 150100029104063
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 2016
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 100 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 612
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Medina River is a concrete slab carrying SH 16 over Medina River in Bandera County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 2016, 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 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 612 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 740 by 2033. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 16 over Medina River built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.
What condition is SH 16 over Medina 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 Medina River carry?
About 612 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Medina River?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 over Medina River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.