US Bridges

US 59 Hov over IH 610 Nbfr

Good

Harris County, Texas · IH 610/US 59 Interchange · Structure no. 121020027117522

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
44 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
164,550
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 Hov over IH 610 Nbfr is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 Hov over IH 610 Nbfr in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 164,550 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 362,570 by 2034. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 59 Hov
CrossesIH 610 Nbfr
LocationIH 610/US 59 Interchange
RouteInterstate 610
StateTexas
Coordinates29.72904, -95.45921
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.4 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.5 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic164,550 (2014)
Projected traffic362,570 by 2034
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
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 over IH 610 Nbfr built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 Hov over IH 610 Nbfr 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 November 2022.

How much traffic does US 59 Hov over IH 610 Nbfr carry?

About 164,550 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 59 Hov over IH 610 Nbfr?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 Hov over IH 610 Nbfr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.