US 59 NB over Guadalupe River
GoodVictoria County, Texas · 2.10 MI SW of SH 185 · Structure no. 132350008805050
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 2010
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,095 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,986
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 NB over Guadalupe River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 NB over Guadalupe River in Victoria County, Texas. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 2010, so it is 58 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 9,986 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,300 by 2033. The structure is 1,095 ft (333.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 NB over Guadalupe River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2010.
What condition is US 59 NB over Guadalupe River 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does US 59 NB over Guadalupe River carry?
About 9,986 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 59 NB over Guadalupe River?
The structure is 1,095 ft (333.8 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 NB over Guadalupe River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.