US 59 over Lagarto Creek
FairMcMullen County, Texas · 1.35 MI SW of FM 624 · Structure no. 151620054205043
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 110 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,196
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Lagarto Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 59 over Lagarto Creek in McMullen County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1989, 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 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 2,196 vehicles a day, roughly 52% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,074 by 2042. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 46 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Lagarto Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is US 59 over Lagarto Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over Lagarto Creek carry?
About 2,196 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 52% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Lagarto Creek?
The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Lagarto Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.