US 59 SB over Mckinney Bayou
FairBowie County, Texas · 2.80 MI N of IH 30 · Structure no. 190190021701005
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1967
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 175 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,557
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 SB over Mckinney Bayou is a concrete slab carrying US 59 SB over Mckinney Bayou in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 78 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 5,557 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,270 by 2033. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 SB over Mckinney Bayou built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.
What condition is US 59 SB over Mckinney Bayou 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 SB over Mckinney Bayou carry?
About 5,557 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 59 SB over Mckinney Bayou?
The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 SB over Mckinney Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.