SH 16 over Draw
FairMills County, Texas · 0.85 MI NW of FM 218 N · Structure no. 231670028902050
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 872
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Draw in Mills County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 872 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,250 by 2038. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 16 over Draw built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 16 over Draw 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SH 16 over Draw carry?
About 872 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Draw?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 16 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.