US 59 over San Antonio River
FairGoliad County, Texas · 3.0 MI SW of US 183 · Structure no. 160890008802009
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 973 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,392
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over San Antonio River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 over San Antonio River in Goliad County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 95 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 5 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 3,392 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,610 by 2033. The structure is 973 ft (296.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over San Antonio River built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is US 59 over San Antonio River 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over San Antonio River carry?
About 3,392 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over San Antonio River?
The structure is 973 ft (296.7 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.7 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over San Antonio River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.