SH 16 NB over Medina River
GoodBexar County, Texas · 1.9 MI N of Lp 1604 · Structure no. 150150061301017
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 560 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,047
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 NB over Medina River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 16 NB over Medina River in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 9,047 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,450 by 2033. The structure is 560 ft (170.7 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 16 NB over Medina River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 16 NB 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SH 16 NB over Medina River carry?
About 9,047 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 NB over Medina River?
The structure is 560 ft (170.7 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 NB over Medina River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.