US 59 over Crooked Creek
FairPolk County, Texas · 3.25 MI S of US 190 · Structure no. 111870017701036
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,876
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Crooked Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Crooked Creek in Polk County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 87 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 23,876 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,660 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 146 ft wide. 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 Crooked Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is US 59 over Crooked 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over Crooked Creek carry?
About 23,876 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Crooked Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 146 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Crooked Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.