US 59 NB over Mckinney Bayou
FairBowie County, Texas · 2.80 MI N of IH 30 · Structure no. 190190021701010
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 182 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,557
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 NB over Mckinney Bayou is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 NB over Mckinney Bayou in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 41 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 NB over Mckinney Bayou built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 NB 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 NB over Mckinney Bayou carry?
About 5,557 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 59 NB over Mckinney Bayou?
The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 NB over Mckinney Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.