US Bridges

SH 16 over Trib of French Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.25 MI NW of Lp 1604 · Structure no. 150150029110081

Built
1948
77 years old, rebuilt 2020
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
39,505
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 16 over Trib of French Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Trib of French Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 77 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 39,505 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,460 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 148 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSH 16
CrossesTrib of French Creek
Location0.25 MI NW of Lp 1604
RouteState Highway 16
StateTexas
Coordinates29.55626, -98.67021
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width148 ft (45.1 m)
Roadway width117 ft (35.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,505 (2020)
Projected traffic51,460 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 16 over Trib of French Creek built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.

What condition is SH 16 over Trib of French 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SH 16 over Trib of French Creek carry?

About 39,505 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SH 16 over Trib of French Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 148 ft wide.

Who owns SH 16 over Trib of French Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.