US Bridges

US 59 over Alexander Creek

Good

Polk County, Texas · 0.50 MI S of FM 942 · Structure no. 111870017605052

Built
1941
84 years old, rebuilt 1969
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
100 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
15,188
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 over Alexander Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 59 over Alexander Creek in Polk County, Texas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1969, 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 15,188 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,340 by 2033. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 92 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 59
CrossesAlexander Creek
Location0.50 MI S of FM 942
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates30.81051, -94.87305
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width92 ft (28.1 m)
Roadway width90 ft (27.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,188 (2024)
Projected traffic29,340 by 2033
Trucks37%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 59 over Alexander Creek built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.

What condition is US 59 over Alexander Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does US 59 over Alexander Creek carry?

About 15,188 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.

How long is US 59 over Alexander Creek?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 over Alexander Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.