US 59 over Sand Creek
FairPolk County, Texas · 1.45 MI S of FM 350 · Structure no. 111870017605049
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,764
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Sand Creek in Polk County, Texas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 84 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 18,764 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,650 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 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 US 59 over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is US 59 over Sand 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over Sand Creek carry?
About 18,764 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Sand Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US 59 over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.