US 59 over Mills Creek
GoodNacogdoches County, Texas · 0.1 MI S of Rusk CO Line · Structure no. 111740017506028
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,238
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Mills Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Mills Creek in Nacogdoches County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 89 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 9,238 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,086 by 2040. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 129 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over Mills Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US 59 over Mills 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over Mills Creek carry?
About 9,238 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Mills Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 129 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Mills Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.