US Bridges

US 59 Hov Acces Rp over US 59 SB Hov Bypass

Good

Harris County, Texas · 3.47 MI N of Bwy 8 · Structure no. 121020017707220

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
720 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
3,868
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 Hov Acces Rp over US 59 SB Hov Bypass is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 Hov Acces Rp over US 59 SB Hov Bypass in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 3,868 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 88,930 by 2030. The structure is 720 ft (219.5 m) long and 33 ft wide.

CarriesUS 59 Hov Acces Rp
CrossesUS 59 SB Hov Bypass
Location3.47 MI N of Bwy 8
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates29.98726, -95.27516
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length720 ft (219.5 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,868 (2023)
Projected traffic88,930 by 2030
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$54,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 59 Hov Acces Rp over US 59 SB Hov Bypass built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 Hov Acces Rp over US 59 SB Hov Bypass 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 59 Hov Acces Rp over US 59 SB Hov Bypass carry?

About 3,868 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 59 Hov Acces Rp over US 59 SB Hov Bypass?

The structure is 720 ft (219.5 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 Hov Acces Rp over US 59 SB Hov Bypass?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.