US Bridges

US 59 over Banita Creek

Fair

Nacogdoches County, Texas · 14.0 MI S of Rusk CO Li · Structure no. 111740017507021

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

About this bridge

US 59 over Banita Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Banita Creek 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 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 9,912 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,877 by 2040. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 142 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 59
CrossesBanita Creek
Location14.0 MI S of Rusk CO Li
RouteU.S. Route 59
CountyNacogdoches County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.70304, -94.64012
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
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 spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width142 ft (43.3 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,912 (2020)
Projected traffic13,877 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
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 Banita Creek built?

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

What condition is US 59 over Banita 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 Banita Creek carry?

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

How long is US 59 over Banita Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 142 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 over Banita Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.