US Bridges

US 59 Hov T-Ramp over US 59 SB

Good

Harris County, Texas · 3.47 MI N of Bwy 8 · Structure no. 121020017707221

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
458 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
9,600
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 Hov T-Ramp over US 59 SB is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 Hov T-Ramp over US 59 SB 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 9,600 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,540 by 2029. The structure is 458 ft (139.6 m) long and 33 ft wide.

CarriesUS 59 Hov T-Ramp
CrossesUS 59 SB
Location3.47 MI N of Bwy 8
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates29.98732, -95.27549
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length458 ft (139.6 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,600 (2017)
Projected traffic13,540 by 2029
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 59 Hov T-Ramp over US 59 SB built?

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

What condition is US 59 Hov T-Ramp over US 59 SB 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 T-Ramp over US 59 SB carry?

About 9,600 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 59 Hov T-Ramp over US 59 SB?

The structure is 458 ft (139.6 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 Hov T-Ramp over US 59 SB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.