SH 59 over US 287
GoodMontague County, Texas · At SH 59 and US 287 · Structure no. 031690022403051
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 413 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,467
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 59 over US 287 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 59 over US 287 in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 1,467 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,520 by 2033. The structure is 413 ft (125.9 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 59 over US 287 built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 59 over US 287 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 2024.
How much traffic does SH 59 over US 287 carry?
About 1,467 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is SH 59 over US 287?
The structure is 413 ft (125.9 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.8 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns SH 59 over US 287?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.