US 59 NB over Martin Creek Relief
FairPanola County, Texas · 0.60 MI N of FM 124 · Structure no. 191830006303076
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,522
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 NB over Martin Creek Relief is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 NB over Martin Creek Relief in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 4,522 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,070 by 2033. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 45 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 NB over Martin Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 NB over Martin Creek Relief 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 NB over Martin Creek Relief carry?
About 4,522 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 59 NB over Martin Creek Relief?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 NB over Martin Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.