US 59 over Mill Creek
FairAngelina County, Texas · 4.65 MI S of Nacogdo C/L · Structure no. 110030017602062
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 140 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,456
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Mill Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 59 over Mill Creek in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 82 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 28,456 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,860 by 2033. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is US 59 over Mill 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over Mill Creek carry?
About 28,456 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Mill Creek?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.