FM 1516 over Escondido Creek
GoodBexar County, Texas · 0.343 MI N of IH 10 · Structure no. 150150147701002
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,653
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1516 over Escondido Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1516 over Escondido Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 11,653 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,870 by 2033. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 FM 1516 over Escondido Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1516 over Escondido 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1516 over Escondido Creek carry?
About 11,653 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 1516 over Escondido Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1516 over Escondido Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.