US Bridges

US 59 & Lp 224 SB over FM 225

Fair

Nacogdoches County, Texas · JCT US 59 & FM 225 · Structure no. 111740256001019

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
165 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
26,605
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 & Lp 224 SB over FM 225 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 & Lp 224 SB over FM 225 in Nacogdoches County, Texas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, older 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 26,605 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,247 by 2040. The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 59 & Lp 224 SB
CrossesFM 225
LocationJCT US 59 & FM 225
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates31.59597, -94.68497
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length165 ft (50.3 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,605 (2020)
Projected traffic37,247 by 2040
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 US 59 & Lp 224 SB over FM 225 built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 & Lp 224 SB over FM 225 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 & Lp 224 SB over FM 225 carry?

About 26,605 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 59 & Lp 224 SB over FM 225?

The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 & Lp 224 SB over FM 225?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.