FM 1160 over US 59
GoodWharton 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).
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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
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.