US 59 NB over Rankin RD
FairHarris County, Texas · 1.85 MI N of Bwy 8 · Structure no. 121020017707206
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 335 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,573
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 NB over Rankin RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 NB over Rankin RD in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 6 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 25,573 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 95,650 by 2030. The structure is 335 ft (102.1 m) long and 89 ft wide.
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 NB over Rankin RD built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 NB over Rankin 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 NB over Rankin RD carry?
About 25,573 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 59 NB over Rankin RD?
The structure is 335 ft (102.1 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 NB over Rankin RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.