SH 16 over Draw
GoodMcMullen County, Texas · 2.65 MI S of FM 624 · Structure no. 151620051703036
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 2020
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 807
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Draw in McMullen County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 2020, 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 807 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,130 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 41 mi (66 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 Draw built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.
What condition is SH 16 over Draw 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 Draw carry?
About 807 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Draw?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.