US Bridges

US 59 Sbfr BR2 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Fort Bend County, Texas · 2.58 MI NE of FM 2919 · Structure no. 120800008909229

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
600 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,197
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 Sbfr BR2 over Drainage Ditch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 Sbfr BR2 over Drainage Ditch in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 years old, younger 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 6,197 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,675 by 2039. The structure is 600 ft (182.9 m) long and 38 ft wide.

CarriesUS 59 Sbfr BR2
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location2.58 MI NE of FM 2919
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates29.46849, -95.96581
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length600 ft (182.9 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,197 (2019)
Projected traffic8,675 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 59 Sbfr BR2 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 Sbfr BR2 over Drainage Ditch 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does US 59 Sbfr BR2 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 6,197 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 59 Sbfr BR2 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 600 ft (182.9 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 Sbfr BR2 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.