SH 16 over Bruce Branch
GoodMcMullen County, Texas · 3.00 MI S of FM 791 · Structure no. 151620051702021
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 2016
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,856
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Bruce Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Bruce Branch in McMullen County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 71 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 2,856 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,998 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.3 mi (89 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 Bruce Branch built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.
What condition is SH 16 over Bruce Branch 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 Bruce Branch carry?
About 2,856 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Bruce Branch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 over Bruce Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.