US Bridges

US 59 over Mud Creek

Good

Wharton County, Texas · 0.50 MI NE of FM 960 · Structure no. 132410008907103

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,376
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 over Mud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Mud Creek in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 20,376 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,526 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 59
CrossesMud Creek
Location0.50 MI NE of FM 960
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates29.22219, -96.22748
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 inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,376 (2023)
Projected traffic28,526 by 2042
Trucks37%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 Mud Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 over Mud 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 59 over Mud Creek carry?

About 20,376 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.

How long is US 59 over Mud Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 59 over Mud Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.