US 59 NB over Tres Palacios River
FairWharton County, Texas · 0.40 MI NE of SH 71 · Structure no. 132410008907093
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 125 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,756
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 NB over Tres Palacios River is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 NB over Tres Palacios River in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 17,756 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,858 by 2041. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 42 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 NB over Tres Palacios River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 NB over Tres Palacios River 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 NB over Tres Palacios River carry?
About 17,756 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 59 NB over Tres Palacios River?
The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 NB over Tres Palacios River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.