US Bridges

SH 359 over Macho Creek

Good

Duval County, Texas · 0.15 MI SW of FM 716 · Structure no. 220670008608052

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
87 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
1,295
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 359 over Macho Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 359 over Macho Creek in Duval County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 1,295 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,320 by 2033. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 359
CrossesMacho Creek
Location0.15 MI SW of FM 716
RouteState Highway 359
CountyDuval County
StateTexas
Coordinates27.44338, -98.53088
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length87 ft (26.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,295 (2020)
Projected traffic2,320 by 2033
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 359 over Macho Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 359 over Macho 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does SH 359 over Macho Creek carry?

About 1,295 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is SH 359 over Macho Creek?

The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SH 359 over Macho Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.