SH 16 over Pedernales River
GoodGillespie County, Texas · 9.10 MI SW of US 290 · Structure no. 140870029101124
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 420 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,873
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Pedernales River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 16 over Pedernales River in Gillespie County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 6,873 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,990 by 2033. The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 16 over Pedernales River built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 16 over Pedernales 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does SH 16 over Pedernales River carry?
About 6,873 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Pedernales River?
The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 over Pedernales River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.