US 59 over Tarancahuas Creek
FairDuval County, Texas · 3.80 MI NE of SH 44 · Structure no. 220670054204044
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,739
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Tarancahuas Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Tarancahuas Creek in Duval County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 1,739 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,520 by 2038. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 Tarancahuas Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 over Tarancahuas 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 59 over Tarancahuas Creek carry?
About 1,739 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Tarancahuas Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Tarancahuas Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.