SH 16 over Colorado River Relief
GoodSan Saba County, Texas · 0.10 MI S of Mills C/L · Structure no. 232060028904038
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 152 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,507
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Colorado River Relief is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 16 over Colorado River Relief in San Saba County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 86 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 1,507 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,730 by 2033. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Colorado River Relief built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is SH 16 over Colorado River Relief 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does SH 16 over Colorado River Relief carry?
About 1,507 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Colorado River Relief?
The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 over Colorado River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.