US Bridges

FM 2016 over Black Fork Creek Br

Good

Smith County, Texas · 1.2 MI W of US 69 · Structure no. 102120193501003

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
822
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2016 over Black Fork Creek Br is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2016 over Black Fork Creek Br in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 822 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 860 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 2016
CrossesBlack Fork Creek Br
Location1.2 MI W of US 69
RouteState Highway 2016
StateTexas
Coordinates32.39707, -95.3596
Functional classUrban 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic822 (2020)
Projected traffic860 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2016 over Black Fork Creek Br built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2016 over Black Fork Creek Br 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 FM 2016 over Black Fork Creek Br carry?

About 822 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 2016 over Black Fork Creek Br?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2016 over Black Fork Creek Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.