US 59 over Post Oak Branch
GoodJackson County, Texas · 1.00 MI W of Lp 521 · Structure no. 131210008904118
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,393
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Post Oak Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Post Oak Branch in Jackson County, Texas. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 2006, 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 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 22,393 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,670 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 339 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over Post Oak Branch built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is US 59 over Post Oak Branch 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 59 over Post Oak Branch carry?
About 22,393 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Post Oak Branch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 339 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Post Oak Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.