US 59 SB over FM 234
FairJackson County, Texas · 6.40 MI SW of SH 111 · Structure no. 131210008903074
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 170 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,617
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 SB over FM 234 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 SB over FM 234 in Jackson County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 12,617 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,710 by 2038. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 SB over FM 234 built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 SB over FM 234 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 SB over FM 234 carry?
About 12,617 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 59 SB over FM 234?
The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 SB over FM 234?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.