US 59 over Black Creek
FairNacogdoches County, Texas · 31.5 MI S of Rusk CO Line · Structure no. 111740017601067
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,274
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Black Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Black Creek in Nacogdoches County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 26,274 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,590 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 137 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over Black Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 over Black 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 Black Creek carry?
About 26,274 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Black Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 137 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Black Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.