SH 16 over Comanche Creek
GoodBexar County, Texas · 0.6 MI S of IH 410 · Structure no. 150150061301007
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1959
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,792
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Comanche Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Comanche Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1959, so it is 70 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 29,792 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,304 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 Comanche Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1959.
What condition is SH 16 over Comanche 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SH 16 over Comanche Creek carry?
About 29,792 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Comanche Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns SH 16 over Comanche Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.