US Bridges

US 59 over Cox Creek

Good

Harrison County, Texas · 0.4 MI N of IH 20 · Structure no. 191030006301054

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 2005
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
15,760
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 over Cox Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Cox Creek in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 61 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 15,760 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,640 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 59
CrossesCox Creek
Location0.4 MI N of IH 20
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates32.49691, -94.35762
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,760 (2020)
Projected traffic27,640 by 2033
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 59 over Cox Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.

What condition is US 59 over Cox 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 59 over Cox Creek carry?

About 15,760 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is US 59 over Cox Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 59 over Cox Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.