US 59 over Indian Creek
FairNacogdoches County, Texas · 2.9 MI S of Rusk CO Line · Structure no. 111740017507016
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,717
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Indian Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Indian Creek in Nacogdoches County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 90 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 5 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 10,717 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,603 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 125 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is US 59 over Indian 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over Indian Creek carry?
About 10,717 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Indian Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 125 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Indian Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.