US 59 SB over Sabine River
FairHarrison County, Texas · 4.1 MI S of FM 1186 · Structure no. 191030006309072
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 661 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,528
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 SB over Sabine River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 SB over Sabine River in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 4,528 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,720 by 2033. The structure is 661 ft (201.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 SB over Sabine River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 SB over Sabine River 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 59 SB over Sabine River carry?
About 4,528 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 59 SB over Sabine River?
The structure is 661 ft (201.5 m) long with a longest span of 200 ft (61 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 SB over Sabine River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.