US Bridges

FM 1160 over US 59

Good

Wharton County, Texas · 1.60 MI NE of FM 647 · Structure no. 132410008906177

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
375 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,051
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1160 over US 59 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1160 over US 59 in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 1,051 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,471 by 2041. The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 1160
CrossesUS 59
Location1.60 MI NE of FM 647
RouteState Highway 1160
StateTexas
Coordinates29.12031, -96.40406
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length375 ft (114.3 m)
Longest span115 ft (35.1 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,051 (2021)
Projected traffic1,471 by 2041
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1160 over US 59 built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1160 over US 59 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 FM 1160 over US 59 carry?

About 1,051 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 1160 over US 59?

The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1160 over US 59?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.