SH 16 over Horse Creek
GoodComanche County, Texas · 1.15 MI S of US 67 · Structure no. 230470028901042
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,608
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Horse Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Horse Creek in Comanche County, Texas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 84 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 1,608 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,160 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 99 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 Horse Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is SH 16 over Horse 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does SH 16 over Horse Creek carry?
About 1,608 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Horse Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 99 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 over Horse Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.