US 59 over Attoyac River
FairShelby County, Texas · 5.10 MI SW of SH 87 · Structure no. 112100017505026
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 690 ft
- 20 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,392
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Attoyac River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 59 over Attoyac River in Shelby County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 89 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 8,392 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,638 by 2040. The structure is 690 ft (210.3 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over Attoyac River built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US 59 over Attoyac River 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 over Attoyac River carry?
About 8,392 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Attoyac River?
The structure is 690 ft (210.3 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Attoyac River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.