US Bridges

US 59 over Bakers Branch

Fair

Panola County, Texas · 0.50 MI S of SH 149 · Structure no. 191830006304019

Built
1925
100 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
10,693
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 over Bakers Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Bakers Branch in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 100 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 5 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 10,693 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,830 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 59
CrossesBakers Branch
Location0.50 MI S of SH 149
RouteU.S. Route 59
CountyPanola County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.12374, -94.33075
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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,693 (2020)
Projected traffic22,830 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 Bakers Branch built?

It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is US 59 over Bakers 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US 59 over Bakers Branch carry?

About 10,693 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 59 over Bakers Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 59 over Bakers Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.