Bu 59 R over Colorado River Relief
FairWharton County, Texas · 0.55 MI NE of FM 961 · Structure no. 132410008910032
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1948
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 87 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,164
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bu 59 R over Colorado River Relief is a concrete culvert carrying Bu 59 R over Colorado River Relief in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1948, so it is 92 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 5,164 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,300 by 2041. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bu 59 R over Colorado River Relief built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1948.
What condition is Bu 59 R over Colorado River 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 Bu 59 R over Colorado River Relief carry?
About 5,164 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Bu 59 R over Colorado River Relief?
The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Bu 59 R over Colorado River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.