US 59 NB over Milton Creek
GoodPolk County, Texas · 5.25 MI N of US 190 · Structure no. 111870017605078
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,026
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 NB over Milton Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 NB over Milton Creek in Polk County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 11,026 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,930 by 2033. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 NB over Milton Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 NB over Milton 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 NB over Milton Creek carry?
About 11,026 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.
How long is US 59 NB over Milton Creek?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 NB over Milton Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.