US 59 Nbfr over Little Tarkington Bayou
FairLiberty County, Texas · 1.2 MI NE of FM 2025 · Structure no. 201460017703158
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,383
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 Nbfr over Little Tarkington Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 Nbfr over Little Tarkington Bayou in Liberty County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 1,383 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,012 by 2042. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 Nbfr over Little Tarkington Bayou built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 Nbfr over Little Tarkington Bayou 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 Nbfr over Little Tarkington Bayou carry?
About 1,383 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 59 Nbfr over Little Tarkington Bayou?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 Nbfr over Little Tarkington Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.