US 59 over FM 2987
GoodGoliad County, Texas · 9.45 MI E of US 183/77A · Structure no. 160890008803083
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 280 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,897
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over FM 2987 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 over FM 2987 in Goliad County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 5,897 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,060 by 2033. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over FM 2987 built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 over FM 2987 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 May 2022.
How much traffic does US 59 over FM 2987 carry?
About 5,897 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over FM 2987?
The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over FM 2987?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.