US Bridges

US 59 & US 77 over Bu 59 & UPRR

Good

Victoria County, Texas · 2.9 MI SW of Bu 77 · Structure no. 132350008806075

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
580 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
8,015
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 & US 77 over Bu 59 & UPRR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 & US 77 over Bu 59 & UPRR in Victoria County, Texas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 8,015 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,840 by 2033. The structure is 580 ft (176.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 59 & US 77
CrossesBu 59 & UPRR
Location2.9 MI SW of Bu 77
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates28.75992, -97.08614
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length580 ft (176.8 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,015 (2020)
Projected traffic10,840 by 2033
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 & US 77 over Bu 59 & UPRR built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 & US 77 over Bu 59 & UPRR 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does US 59 & US 77 over Bu 59 & UPRR carry?

About 8,015 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is US 59 & US 77 over Bu 59 & UPRR?

The structure is 580 ft (176.8 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 & US 77 over Bu 59 & UPRR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.