US 59 over Dry Creek
FairBee County, Texas · 1.1 MI SW of FM 351 · Structure no. 160130044702005
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,179
- 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 1961, 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 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 5,179 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,040 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
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 1961.
What condition is US 59 over Dry Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over Dry Creek carry?
About 5,179 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.