US Bridges

SH 16 (bandera Rd) over French Crk Trib B

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.55 MI NW of Lp 1604 · Structure no. 150150029110222

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
47,600
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 16 (bandera Rd) over French Crk Trib B is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 (bandera Rd) over French Crk Trib B in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 47,600 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,460 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 166 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 16 (bandera Rd)
CrossesFrench Crk Trib B
Location0.55 MI NW of Lp 1604
RouteState Highway 16
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.55631, -98.67013
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width166 ft (50.7 m)
Roadway width104 ft (31.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic47,600 (2020)
Projected traffic51,460 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure8
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 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 (bandera Rd) over French Crk Trib B built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 16 (bandera Rd) over French Crk Trib B 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 (bandera Rd) over French Crk Trib B carry?

About 47,600 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SH 16 (bandera Rd) over French Crk Trib B?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 166 ft wide.

Who owns SH 16 (bandera Rd) over French Crk Trib B?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.