US Bridges

SH 16 over Frog Branch

Good

Palo Pinto County, Texas · 3.3 MI N of FM2353 · Structure no. 021820036204016

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 2007
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,223
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 16 over Frog Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Frog Branch in Palo Pinto County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 75 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 1,223 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,520 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 16
CrossesFrog Branch
Location3.3 MI N of FM2353
RouteState Highway 16
CountyPalo Pinto County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.98083, -98.38891
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,223 (2024)
Projected traffic1,520 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 16 over Frog Branch built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.

What condition is SH 16 over Frog 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SH 16 over Frog Branch carry?

About 1,223 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SH 16 over Frog Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns SH 16 over Frog Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.