SH 16 over Draw
GoodSan Saba County, Texas · 0.2 MI N of FM 501 · Structure no. 232060028906023
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,957
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Draw in San Saba County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 89 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 1,957 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,950 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
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 October 2023.
How much traffic does SH 16 over Draw carry?
About 1,957 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Draw?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.