US 59 over Millers Creek
FairGoliad County, Texas · 0.8 MI NE of JCT FM 883 · Structure no. 160890008802006
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1956
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 171 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,961
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Millers Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 59 over Millers Creek in Goliad County, Texas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1956, so it is 96 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 3,961 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,545 by 2042. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Millers Creek built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.
What condition is US 59 over Millers 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 Millers Creek carry?
About 3,961 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Millers Creek?
The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Millers Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.