Bu 59 R over West Bernard Creek
FairWharton County, Texas · 0.55 MI NE of SH 60 · Structure no. 132410008910043
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1948
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 1,200 ft
- 60 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,448
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bu 59 R over West Bernard Creek is a concrete slab carrying Bu 59 R over West Bernard Creek in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1948, so it is 97 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 1,448 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,030 by 2041. The structure is 1,200 ft (365.8 m) long and 32 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 | 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 West Bernard Creek built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1948.
What condition is Bu 59 R over West Bernard 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 Bu 59 R over West Bernard Creek carry?
About 1,448 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Bu 59 R over West Bernard Creek?
The structure is 1,200 ft (365.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Bu 59 R over West Bernard Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.