SH 16 over Draw
GoodZapata County, Texas · 4.0 MI E of US 83 · Structure no. 212530051707057
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 661
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Draw in Zapata County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 71 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 661 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,580 by 2033. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
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 April 2023.
How much traffic does SH 16 over Draw carry?
About 661 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Draw?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.