SH 16 over Elm Creek
GoodMcMullen County, Texas · 2.00 MI N of FM 624 · Structure no. 151620051703032
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 2018
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 774
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Elm Creek in McMullen County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 77 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 774 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,084 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 16 over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.
What condition is SH 16 over Elm 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SH 16 over Elm Creek carry?
About 774 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Elm Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns SH 16 over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.