US 57 over Palo Blanco Creek
GoodZavala County, Texas · At Maverick C/L · Structure no. 222540027603069
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 86 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,093
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 57 over Palo Blanco Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 57 over Palo Blanco Creek in Zavala County, Texas. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 58 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 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,540 by 2037. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 57 over Palo Blanco Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is US 57 over Palo Blanco 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 57 over Palo Blanco Creek carry?
About 4,093 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 57 over Palo Blanco Creek?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns US 57 over Palo Blanco Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.