US 59 over Kennedy Branch
FairCass County, Texas · 1.20 MI S of FM 3129 · Structure no. 190340021803031
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,244
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Kennedy Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Kennedy Branch in Cass County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1990, 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 13,244 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,260 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. 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 Kennedy Branch built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is US 59 over Kennedy Branch 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over Kennedy Branch carry?
About 13,244 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Kennedy Branch?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US 59 over Kennedy Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.