US 59 over Tepecate Creek
GoodLive Oak County, Texas · 0.3 MI S of FM 624 · Structure no. 161490054206040
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 80 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,393
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Tepecate Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 59 over Tepecate Creek in Live Oak County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 74 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 2,393 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,520 by 2033. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 46 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over Tepecate Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US 59 over Tepecate 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over Tepecate Creek carry?
About 2,393 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Tepecate Creek?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Tepecate Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.