US Bridges

US 59 over Torres Creek

Good

Webb County, Texas · 8.55 MI SW of FM 2050 · Structure no. 222400054202027

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
59 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,830
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 over Torres Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Torres Creek in Webb County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1971, 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 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 1,830 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,570 by 2033. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 59
CrossesTorres Creek
Location8.55 MI SW of FM 2050
RouteU.S. Route 59
CountyWebb County
StateTexas
Coordinates27.72055, -98.97108
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,830 (2020)
Projected traffic4,570 by 2033
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 59 over Torres Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is US 59 over Torres 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does US 59 over Torres Creek carry?

About 1,830 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is US 59 over Torres Creek?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 over Torres Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.