US 59 NB over White Oak Creek
FairAngelina County, Texas · 2.50 MI N of Polk C/L · Structure no. 110030017603059
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 125 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,351
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 NB over White Oak Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 59 NB over White Oak Creek in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 10,351 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,400 by 2033. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 42 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 NB over White Oak Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 NB over White Oak 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 NB over White Oak Creek carry?
About 10,351 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is US 59 NB over White Oak Creek?
The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 NB over White Oak Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.