US Bridges

US 59 Sfr over Corral Creek

Good

Bowie County, Texas · 0.3 MI SE of US 59 · Structure no. 190190205003018

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,970
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 Sfr over Corral Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 Sfr over Corral Creek in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 1,970 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,800 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 59 Sfr
CrossesCorral Creek
Location0.3 MI SE of US 59
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates33.39248, -94.10043
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,970 (2020)
Projected traffic2,800 by 2040
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 59 Sfr over Corral Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 Sfr over Corral 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US 59 Sfr over Corral Creek carry?

About 1,970 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 59 Sfr over Corral Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 59 Sfr over Corral Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.