US Bridges

US 59 NB over SH 60/ Bu 59 R & KCS RR

Good

Wharton County, Texas · 3.50 MI NE of FM 102 · Structure no. 132410008908141

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
739 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,389
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 NB over SH 60/ Bu 59 R & KCS RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 NB over SH 60/ Bu 59 R & KCS RR 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 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 12,389 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,584 by 2041. The structure is 739 ft (225.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 59 NB
CrossesSH 60/ Bu 59 R & KCS RR
Location3.50 MI NE of FM 102
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates29.36705, -96.09012
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal 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 (+9 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length739 ft (225.2 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,389 (2021)
Projected traffic18,584 by 2041
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 US 59 NB over SH 60/ Bu 59 R & KCS RR built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 NB over SH 60/ Bu 59 R & KCS RR 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does US 59 NB over SH 60/ Bu 59 R & KCS RR carry?

About 12,389 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US 59 NB over SH 60/ Bu 59 R & KCS RR?

The structure is 739 ft (225.2 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 NB over SH 60/ Bu 59 R & KCS RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.