US Bridges

Lp 224 EB over US 59

Good

Nacogdoches County, Texas · JCT US 59 & Lp 224 · Structure no. 111740017601088

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
200 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
23,897
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 224 EB over US 59 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 224 EB over US 59 in Nacogdoches County, Texas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 23,897 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,794 by 2040. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 38 ft wide.

CarriesLp 224 EB
CrossesUS 59
LocationJCT US 59 & Lp 224
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates31.57684, -94.67244
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,897 (2020)
Projected traffic17,794 by 2040
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Lp 224 EB over US 59 built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 224 EB over US 59 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 Lp 224 EB over US 59 carry?

About 23,897 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is Lp 224 EB over US 59?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 224 EB over US 59?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.