US 59 SB over Jones Creek
FairWharton County, Texas · 2.80 MI NE of FM 960 · Structure no. 132410008907080
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 152 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,525
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 SB over Jones Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 59 SB over Jones Creek in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 13,525 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,935 by 2041. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 SB over Jones Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 SB over Jones Creek 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does US 59 SB over Jones Creek carry?
About 13,525 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US 59 SB over Jones Creek?
The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 SB over Jones Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.