US Bridges

FM 359 over Jones Creek Tributary

Good

Fort Bend County, Texas · 1.5 MI N of US 90A · Structure no. 120800054302018

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
21,091
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 359 over Jones Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying FM 359 over Jones Creek Tributary in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 21,091 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,800 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 359
CrossesJones Creek Tributary
Location1.5 MI N of US 90A
RouteState Highway 359
StateTexas
Coordinates29.61601, -95.74338
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,091 (2020)
Projected traffic25,800 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
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 FM 359 over Jones Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 359 over Jones Creek Tributary 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FM 359 over Jones Creek Tributary carry?

About 21,091 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 359 over Jones Creek Tributary?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 359 over Jones Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.