US 59 over Waller Creek
FairShelby County, Texas · 1.90 MI N of US 84 · Structure no. 112100006306028
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1982
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,914
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Waller Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Waller Creek in Shelby County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 91 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 7,914 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,080 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 147 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 Waller Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.
What condition is US 59 over Waller 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 Waller Creek carry?
About 7,914 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Waller Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 147 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Waller Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.