US 59 NB over Lavaca River West Relief
FairJackson County, Texas · 2.90 MI SW of FM 822 · Structure no. 131210008903009
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 318 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,965
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 NB over Lavaca River West Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying US 59 NB over Lavaca River West Relief in Jackson County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 95 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 11,965 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,820 by 2038. The structure is 318 ft (96.9 m) long and 44 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 NB over Lavaca River West Relief built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is US 59 NB over Lavaca River West Relief 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 59 NB over Lavaca River West Relief carry?
About 11,965 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 59 NB over Lavaca River West Relief?
The structure is 318 ft (96.9 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 NB over Lavaca River West Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.