US 59 over San Francisco Drain
FairWebb County, Texas · 0.20 MI E of IH 35 · Structure no. 222400054201049
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 80 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,707
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over San Francisco Drain is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 59 over San Francisco Drain in Webb County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 71 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 31,707 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,360 by 2031. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over San Francisco Drain built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is US 59 over San Francisco Drain 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 November 2022.
How much traffic does US 59 over San Francisco Drain carry?
About 31,707 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over San Francisco Drain?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over San Francisco Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.