US Bridges

US 59 NB over Loop 224

Fair

Nacogdoches County, Texas · JCT US 59 and Loop 224 · Structure no. 111740256001021

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
185 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
26,358
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 NB over Loop 224 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 NB over Loop 224 in Nacogdoches County, Texas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 26,358 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,901 by 2040. The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 59 NB
CrossesLoop 224
LocationJCT US 59 and Loop 224
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates31.65284, -94.67996
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 length185 ft (56.4 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,358 (2020)
Projected traffic36,901 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 NB over Loop 224 built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 NB over Loop 224 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 NB over Loop 224 carry?

About 26,358 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 59 NB over Loop 224?

The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 NB over Loop 224?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.