US 59 NB over Nueces River
GoodLive Oak County, Texas · 3.70 MI W of IH 37 · Structure no. 161490044701151
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,815 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,024
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 NB over Nueces River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 NB over Nueces River in Live Oak County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 years old, younger 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 3,024 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,234 by 2042. The structure is 1,815 ft (553.2 m) long and 40 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 NB over Nueces River built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 NB over Nueces River 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 NB over Nueces River carry?
About 3,024 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 59 NB over Nueces River?
The structure is 1,815 ft (553.2 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 NB over Nueces River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.