US 59 over El Gato Creek
FairWebb County, Texas · 2.00 MI SW of FM 2895 · Structure no. 222400054202023
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,051
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over El Gato Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over El Gato Creek in Webb County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 75 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 2,051 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,230 by 2033. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 El Gato Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is US 59 over El Gato 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over El Gato Creek carry?
About 2,051 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over El Gato Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over El Gato Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.