SH 16 over Magueyas Creek
GoodJim Hogg County, Texas · Appx 1.6 MI SW of FM 3073 · Structure no. 211250051706076
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,109
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Magueyas Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Magueyas Creek in Jim Hogg County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 1,109 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,580 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 16 over Magueyas Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 16 over Magueyas 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 Magueyas Creek carry?
About 1,109 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Magueyas Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 over Magueyas Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.