US 59 over Little Gamble Gully
FairLive Oak County, Texas · 2.6 MI E of US 281 · Structure no. 161490044701028
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,049
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Little Gamble Gully is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Little Gamble Gully in Live Oak County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 86 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 6,049 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,469 by 2042. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 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 | 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 Little Gamble Gully built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
What condition is US 59 over Little Gamble Gully 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 Little Gamble Gully carry?
About 6,049 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Little Gamble Gully?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 59 over Little Gamble Gully?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.