Bu 59 over Hooker Branch
FairPanola County, Texas · 1.20 MI S of SP 572 · Structure no. 191830006312018
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old, rebuilt 1933
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,430
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bu 59 over Hooker Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Bu 59 over Hooker Branch in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1933, so it is 101 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 3,430 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,800 by 2033. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bu 59 over Hooker Branch built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1933.
What condition is Bu 59 over Hooker 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 Bu 59 over Hooker Branch carry?
About 3,430 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Bu 59 over Hooker Branch?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns Bu 59 over Hooker Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.