SH 16 over Nueces River Relief
FairMcMullen County, Texas · 10.1 MI S of SH 72 · Structure no. 151620051703015
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 962 ft
- 24 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,342
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Nueces River Relief is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 16 over Nueces River Relief in McMullen County, Texas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 84 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,342 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,879 by 2042. The structure is 962 ft (293.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 16 over Nueces River Relief built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is SH 16 over Nueces River Relief in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does SH 16 over Nueces River Relief carry?
About 1,342 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Nueces River Relief?
The structure is 962 ft (293.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 over Nueces River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.