SH 16 over Drain
FairBexar County, Texas · 0.2 MI N of Lp 1604 · Structure no. 150150061301011
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,564
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Drain in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1983, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 14,564 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,900 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 16 over Drain built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is SH 16 over Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does SH 16 over Drain carry?
About 14,564 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Drain?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns SH 16 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.