US Bridges

Leeland-Bell ST WB over US 59

FairPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 0.26 MI NE of IH 45 · Structure no. 121020002713124

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
235 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,430
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Leeland-Bell ST WB over US 59 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Leeland-Bell ST WB over US 59 in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 6,430 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,430 by 2035. The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long and 45 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesLeeland-Bell ST WB
CrossesUS 59
Location0.26 MI NE of IH 45
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.74749, -95.35996
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length235 ft (71.6 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,430 (2015)
Projected traffic6,430 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$21,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Leeland-Bell ST WB over US 59 built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Leeland-Bell ST WB over US 59 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Leeland-Bell ST WB over US 59 carry?

About 6,430 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Leeland-Bell ST WB over US 59?

The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Leeland-Bell ST WB over US 59?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.