SH 16 over Guadalupe River
GoodKerr County, Texas · 0.2 MI SW of SH 27 · Structure no. 151330029103015
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1977
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 864 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,633
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Guadalupe River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 16 over Guadalupe River in Kerr County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 90 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 18,633 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,740 by 2033. The structure is 864 ft (263.2 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 16 over Guadalupe River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.
What condition is SH 16 over Guadalupe 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SH 16 over Guadalupe River carry?
About 18,633 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Guadalupe River?
The structure is 864 ft (263.2 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 over Guadalupe River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.