US 59 over Flat Fork Creek
GoodShelby County, Texas · 3.45 MI E of SH 87 · Structure no. 112100017504011
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 48 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,957
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Flat Fork Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 59 over Flat Fork Creek in Shelby County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 90 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 6,957 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,044 by 2040. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 over Flat Fork Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is US 59 over Flat Fork 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 Flat Fork Creek carry?
About 6,957 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Flat Fork Creek?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Flat Fork Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.