US 59 over Dead Mans Hollow
FairLive Oak County, Texas · 3.0 MI W of Bee C/L · Structure no. 161490044701014
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,059
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Dead Mans Hollow is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Dead Mans Hollow in Live Oak County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 89 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 4,059 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,780 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Dead Mans Hollow built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is US 59 over Dead Mans Hollow 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over Dead Mans Hollow carry?
About 4,059 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Dead Mans Hollow?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Dead Mans Hollow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.