US 59 SB over Irons Bayou
FairPanola County, Texas · 0.70 MI S of FM 124 · Structure no. 191830006303051
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 700 ft
- 28 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,030
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 SB over Irons Bayou is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 59 SB over Irons Bayou in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 71 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 4,030 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,070 by 2033. The structure is 700 ft (213.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 SB over Irons Bayou built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is US 59 SB over Irons Bayou 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 59 SB over Irons Bayou carry?
About 4,030 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 59 SB over Irons Bayou?
The structure is 700 ft (213.4 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 SB over Irons Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.