US 59 over Dry Creek
GoodBee County, Texas · 2.3 MI SW of FM 1349 · Structure no. 160130044702002
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 61 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,103
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Dry Creek in Bee County, Texas. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 88 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 4,103 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,280 by 2033. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 US 59 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is US 59 over Dry 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over Dry Creek carry?
About 4,103 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.