US Bridges

SH 59 over Trinity River Relief

Good

Jack County, Texas · 1.7 MI SW of FM-1810 · Structure no. 021200013405028

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
200 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
667
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 59 over Trinity River Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 59 over Trinity River Relief in Jack County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 667 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,120 by 2037. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

CarriesSH 59
CrossesTrinity River Relief
Location1.7 MI SW of FM-1810
RouteState Highway 59
StateTexas
Coordinates33.29588, -98.07721
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic667 (2020)
Projected traffic1,120 by 2037
Trucks33%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 59 over Trinity River Relief built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 59 over Trinity River Relief 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SH 59 over Trinity River Relief carry?

About 667 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

How long is SH 59 over Trinity River Relief?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SH 59 over Trinity River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.