SH 16 over Rock Branch
GoodComanche County, Texas · 3.35 MI N of SH 6 · Structure no. 230470028804019
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,228
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Rock Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Rock Branch in Comanche County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 1,228 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,940 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 71 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 16 over Rock Branch built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 16 over Rock Branch 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 2023.
How much traffic does SH 16 over Rock Branch carry?
About 1,228 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Rock Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 over Rock Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.