US 59 SB over Chimney Rock RD
FairHarris County, Texas · 1.00 MI W of IH 610 W · Structure no. 121020002713215
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 265 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 146,960
- 2011 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 SB over Chimney Rock RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 SB over Chimney Rock RD in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 146,960 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 205,750 by 2031. The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long and 102 ft wide.
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 SB over Chimney Rock RD built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 SB over Chimney Rock RD 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 SB over Chimney Rock RD carry?
About 146,960 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 59 SB over Chimney Rock RD?
The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 102 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 SB over Chimney Rock RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.