Bu 59/77 SB over Guadalupe River
GoodVictoria County, Texas · 1.10 MI S of US 87 · Structure no. 132350008806070
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 416 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,250
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bu 59/77 SB over Guadalupe River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bu 59/77 SB over Guadalupe River in Victoria County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 7,250 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,470 by 2034. The structure is 416 ft (126.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Bu 59/77 SB over Guadalupe River built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bu 59/77 SB 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 Bu 59/77 SB over Guadalupe River carry?
About 7,250 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is Bu 59/77 SB over Guadalupe River?
The structure is 416 ft (126.8 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Bu 59/77 SB over Guadalupe River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.