US 59 SB over Bu 59
FairJackson County, Texas · 1.25 MI S of FM 822 · Structure no. 131210008903106
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 210 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10,797
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 SB over Bu 59 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 SB over Bu 59 in Jackson County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 10,797 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,190 by 2038. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 44 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Bu 59 built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 SB over Bu 59 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 Bu 59 carry?
About 10,797 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 59 SB over Bu 59?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 SB over Bu 59?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.