US Bridges

SH 16 over Noriacitas Creek

Good

Jim Hogg County, Texas · Appx 0.2 MI S of SH 359 · Structure no. 211250048201005

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
8,852
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 16 over Noriacitas Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Noriacitas Creek in Jim Hogg County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 8,852 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,420 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.2 mi (84 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 16
CrossesNoriacitas Creek
LocationAppx 0.2 MI S of SH 359
RouteState Highway 16
CountyJim Hogg County
StateTexas
Coordinates27.3043, -98.6786
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width94 ft (28.7 m)
Roadway width75 ft (23 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,852 (2024)
Projected traffic14,420 by 2033
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed52.2 mi (84 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 16 over Noriacitas Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 16 over Noriacitas 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SH 16 over Noriacitas Creek carry?

About 8,852 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is SH 16 over Noriacitas Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.

Who owns SH 16 over Noriacitas Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.