US Bridges

US 59 over East Fork LA Nana

Good

Nacogdoches County, Texas · 12.7 MI S of Rusk C/L · Structure no. 111740017507019

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,912
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 over East Fork LA Nana is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over East Fork LA Nana in Nacogdoches County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1994, 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 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 9,912 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,877 by 2040. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 110 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesUS 59
CrossesEast Fork LA Nana
Location12.7 MI S of Rusk C/L
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates31.71699, -94.62366
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionMarch 2024
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width110 ft (33.5 m)
Roadway width90 ft (27.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,912 (2020)
Projected traffic13,877 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 East Fork LA Nana built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is US 59 over East Fork LA Nana 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 East Fork LA Nana carry?

About 9,912 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 59 over East Fork LA Nana?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 110 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 over East Fork LA Nana?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.