US 57 over Brown Creek
FairZavala County, Texas · 5.0 MI W of Frio C/L · Structure no. 222540027605063
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,930
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 57 over Brown Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 57 over Brown Creek in Zavala County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 3,930 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,840 by 2037. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 57 over Brown Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 57 over Brown 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 November 2022.
How much traffic does US 57 over Brown Creek carry?
About 3,930 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 57 over Brown Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 57 over Brown Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.