US Bridges

US 57 over Mustang Creek

Good

Maverick County, Texas · 1.85 MI NE of FM 481 · Structure no. 221590027601091

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,093
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 57 over Mustang Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 57 over Mustang Creek in Maverick County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 4,093 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,260 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

CarriesUS 57
CrossesMustang Creek
Location1.85 MI NE of FM 481
RouteU.S. Route 57
StateTexas
Coordinates28.845, -100.30617
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width79 ft (24.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,093 (2020)
Projected traffic4,260 by 2033
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 57 over Mustang Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 57 over Mustang 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 57 over Mustang Creek carry?

About 4,093 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is US 57 over Mustang Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.

Who owns US 57 over Mustang Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.