US 59 over Pepper Creek
GoodGoliad County, Texas · 1.8 MI W of US 183 · Structure no. 160890008802011
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,392
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Pepper Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Pepper Creek in Goliad County, Texas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 96 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 3,392 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,610 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 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 Pepper Creek built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is US 59 over Pepper 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over Pepper Creek carry?
About 3,392 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Pepper Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Pepper Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.