FM 16 over Duck Creek
GoodSmith County, Texas · 1.7 MI E of FM 1253 · Structure no. 102120052204016
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,553
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 16 over Duck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 16 over Duck Creek in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 77 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 1,553 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,550 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 16 over Duck Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is FM 16 over Duck Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does FM 16 over Duck Creek carry?
About 1,553 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM 16 over Duck Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns FM 16 over Duck Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.