US 59 SB over Neches River Relief 2A
FairPolk County, Texas · 1.8 MI N of FM 357 · Structure no. 111870017604056
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 480 ft
- 24 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,901
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 SB over Neches River Relief 2A is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 59 SB over Neches River Relief 2A in Polk County, Texas. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 82 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 9,901 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,861 by 2042. The structure is 480 ft (146.3 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 SB over Neches River Relief 2A built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is US 59 SB over Neches River Relief 2A 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 SB over Neches River Relief 2A carry?
About 9,901 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.
How long is US 59 SB over Neches River Relief 2A?
The structure is 480 ft (146.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 SB over Neches River Relief 2A?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.