US 59 SB over Ruiz Runnels Commerce
FairHarris County, Texas · US59 IH10 Interchange · Structure no. 121020017711283
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,617 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 92,109
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 SB over Ruiz Runnels Commerce is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 SB over Ruiz Runnels Commerce in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 92,109 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 128,923 by 2041. The structure is 1,617 ft (492.9 m) long and 59 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 SB over Ruiz Runnels Commerce built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 SB over Ruiz Runnels Commerce 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 SB over Ruiz Runnels Commerce carry?
About 92,109 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 59 SB over Ruiz Runnels Commerce?
The structure is 1,617 ft (492.9 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 SB over Ruiz Runnels Commerce?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.