SH 16 over San Saba River Relief
FairSan Saba County, Texas · 0.70 MI N of US 190 · Structure no. 232060028904047
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 2002
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 240 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,639
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over San Saba River Relief is a concrete continuous slab carrying SH 16 over San Saba River Relief in San Saba County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 72 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 2,639 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,630 by 2033. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 16 over San Saba River Relief built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.
What condition is SH 16 over San Saba River Relief 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does SH 16 over San Saba River Relief carry?
About 2,639 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over San Saba River Relief?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 over San Saba River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.