US 59 over Nail Creek
FairPanola County, Texas · 0.90 MI S of FM 999 · Structure no. 191830006305053
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 74 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,139
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Nail Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Nail Creek in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 70 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 10,139 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,480 by 2033. The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over Nail Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is US 59 over Nail 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 over Nail Creek carry?
About 10,139 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Nail Creek?
The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 59 over Nail Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.