US 59 NB over Colorado River S Relief
FairWharton County, Texas · 1.3 MI S of FM 102 · Structure no. 132410008907126
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 440 ft
- 11 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,901
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 NB over Colorado River S Relief is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 NB over Colorado River S Relief in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 13,901 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,018 by 2041. The structure is 440 ft (134.1 m) long and 44 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 Colorado River S Relief built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 NB over Colorado River S Relief 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 Colorado River S Relief carry?
About 13,901 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US 59 NB over Colorado River S Relief?
The structure is 440 ft (134.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 NB over Colorado River S Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.