SH 16 over Indian Creek
FairEastland County, Texas · 5.10 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 230680028803013
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 951
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Indian Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Indian Creek in Eastland County, Texas. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 73 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 951 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,120 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is SH 16 over Indian Creek 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does SH 16 over Indian Creek carry?
About 951 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Indian Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 16 over Indian Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.