US 59 over Six Mile Creek Relief
FairPanola County, Texas · 1.05 MI S of SH 149 · Structure no. 191830006304036
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 180 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,693
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Six Mile Creek Relief is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 59 over Six Mile Creek Relief in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 77 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 10,693 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,830 by 2033. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 over Six Mile Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is US 59 over Six Mile 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 over Six Mile Creek Relief carry?
About 10,693 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Six Mile Creek Relief?
The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Six Mile Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.