US Bridges

US 59 SB over Lavaca River West Relief

Good

Jackson County, Texas · 2.90 MI SW of FM 822 · Structure no. 131210008903060

Built
1956
69 years old, rebuilt 1993
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
364 ft
12 main spans
Daily traffic
10,797
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 SB over Lavaca River West Relief is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 SB over Lavaca River West Relief in Jackson County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 69 years old, older 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 10,797 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,820 by 2038. The structure is 364 ft (110.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 59 SB
CrossesLavaca River West Relief
Location2.90 MI SW of FM 822
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates28.95824, -96.69506
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans12
Design loadOther
Structure length364 ft (110.9 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,797 (2020)
Projected traffic16,820 by 2038
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 59 SB over Lavaca River West Relief built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.

What condition is US 59 SB over Lavaca River West 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 59 SB over Lavaca River West Relief carry?

About 10,797 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 59 SB over Lavaca River West Relief?

The structure is 364 ft (110.9 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 SB over Lavaca River West Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.