US 59 SB over Elm Creek
FairPanola County, Texas · 1.45 MI S of FM 2517 · Structure no. 191830006304038
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 181 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,576
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 SB over Elm Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 59 SB over Elm Creek in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1964, 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 4,576 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,480 by 2033. The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long and 55 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 SB over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is US 59 SB over Elm Creek 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 Elm Creek carry?
About 4,576 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 59 SB over Elm Creek?
The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 SB over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.