US 59 NB over Murvaul Creek Relief
FairPanola County, Texas · 3.45 MI S of FM 2517 · Structure no. 191830006304090
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,335
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 NB over Murvaul Creek Relief is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 NB over Murvaul Creek Relief in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 4,335 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,480 by 2033. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 40 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 | 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 NB over Murvaul Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 NB over Murvaul 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 Murvaul Creek Relief carry?
About 4,335 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 59 NB over Murvaul Creek Relief?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 NB over Murvaul Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.