US Bridges

US 59 N Frtg RD over Dry Creek

Good

Jackson County, Texas · 0.40 MI S of FM 822 · Structure no. 131210008903108

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
56 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
510
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 N Frtg RD over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 N Frtg RD over Dry Creek in Jackson County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 510 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 720 by 2033. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 59 N Frtg RD
CrossesDry Creek
Location0.40 MI S of FM 822
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates28.98042, -96.66353
Functional classUrban 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length56 ft (17.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic510 (2013)
Projected traffic720 by 2033
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 US 59 N Frtg RD over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 N Frtg RD over Dry 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US 59 N Frtg RD over Dry Creek carry?

About 510 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 59 N Frtg RD over Dry Creek?

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 N Frtg RD over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.