US Bridges

SH 16 over Buttery Creek

Good

Llano County, Texas · 0.9 MI N of SH 29 · Structure no. 141500028907030

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1964
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,866
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 16 over Buttery Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Buttery Creek in Llano County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 91 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 1,866 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,550 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 16
CrossesButtery Creek
Location0.9 MI N of SH 29
RouteState Highway 16
CountyLlano County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.7721, -98.67006
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,866 (2020)
Projected traffic1,550 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 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 Buttery Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.

What condition is SH 16 over Buttery 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SH 16 over Buttery Creek carry?

About 1,866 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH 16 over Buttery Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns SH 16 over Buttery Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.