SH 16 over Escobas Creek
GoodZapata County, Texas · 20.8 MI NE of US 83 · Structure no. 212530051707065
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 516
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 16 over Escobas Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 16 over Escobas Creek in Zapata County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 516 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,010 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
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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 Escobas Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 16 over Escobas 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 SH 16 over Escobas Creek carry?
About 516 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.
How long is SH 16 over Escobas Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns SH 16 over Escobas Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.