US Bridges

US 59 over Tiger Branch

Fair

Nacogdoches County, Texas · 7.3 MI S of Rusk C/L · Structure no. 111740017507036

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,794
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 over Tiger Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Tiger Branch in Nacogdoches County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 10,794 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,462 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 160 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 59
CrossesTiger Branch
Location7.3 MI S of Rusk C/L
RouteU.S. Route 59
CountyNacogdoches County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.77279, -94.55937
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
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width160 ft (48.8 m)
Roadway width85 ft (25.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,794 (2020)
Projected traffic12,462 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 59 over Tiger Branch built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 over Tiger Branch 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 Tiger Branch carry?

About 10,794 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 59 over Tiger Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 160 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 over Tiger Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.