US Bridges

US 59 over Roberts Creek

Good

Panola County, Texas · 0.80 MI N of US 79 · Structure no. 191830006303078

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,652
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 over Roberts Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Roberts Creek 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 10,652 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,280 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesUS 59
CrossesRoberts Creek
Location0.80 MI N of US 79
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates32.19406, -94.34017
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,652 (2020)
Projected traffic17,280 by 2033
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Roberts Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 over Roberts Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does US 59 over Roberts Creek carry?

About 10,652 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is US 59 over Roberts Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 59 over Roberts Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.