US Bridges

US 59 NB over Mustang Creek Relief

Fair

Jackson County, Texas · 1.0 MI S of Wharton C/L · Structure no. 131210008905020

Built
1929
96 years old, rebuilt 1972
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,476
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 NB over Mustang Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 NB over Mustang Creek Relief in Jackson County, Texas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1972, 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 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 12,476 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,800 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 59 NB
CrossesMustang Creek Relief
Location1.0 MI S of Wharton C/L
RouteU.S. Route 59
CountyJackson County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.0747, -96.46237
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum 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 spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width82 ft (24.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,476 (2020)
Projected traffic14,800 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 NB over Mustang Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.

What condition is US 59 NB over Mustang Creek Relief 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 59 NB over Mustang Creek Relief carry?

About 12,476 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 59 NB over Mustang Creek Relief?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 NB over Mustang Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.