US Bridges

US 59 NB over Bw 8 FR

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 5.0 MI S of FM 1960 · Structure no. 121020017707274

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
535 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
104,844
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 NB over Bw 8 FR is a prestressed concrete other carrying US 59 NB over Bw 8 FR in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 104,844 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 142,588 by 2042. The structure is 535 ft (163.1 m) long and 83 ft wide.

CarriesUS 59 NB
CrossesBw 8 FR
Location5.0 MI S of FM 1960
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates29.94007, -95.29552
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2 (+4 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length535 ft (163.1 m)
Longest span115 ft (35.1 m)
Deck width83 ft (25.2 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck18 ft (5.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic104,844 (2023)
Projected traffic142,588 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 59 NB over Bw 8 FR built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 NB over Bw 8 FR 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 Bw 8 FR carry?

About 104,844 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 59 NB over Bw 8 FR?

The structure is 535 ft (163.1 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 NB over Bw 8 FR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.