FM 16 over Drain
FairVan Zandt County, Texas · 0.05 MI SW of IH 20 · Structure no. 102340052203036
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1962
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,972
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 16 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying FM 16 over Drain in Van Zandt County, Texas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 84 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 1,972 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,826 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 16 over Drain built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.
What condition is FM 16 over Drain 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 2024.
How much traffic does FM 16 over Drain carry?
About 1,972 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM 16 over Drain?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns FM 16 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.