US 59 over Medio Creek
GoodBee County, Texas · 6.7 MI NE of US 181 · Structure no. 160130008801199
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 335 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,873
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Medio Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 over Medio Creek in Bee County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 3,873 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,900 by 2033. The structure is 335 ft (102.1 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over Medio Creek built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 over Medio 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over Medio Creek carry?
About 3,873 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Medio Creek?
The structure is 335 ft (102.1 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Medio Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.