Bu 59 S over Tres Palacios River
GoodWharton County, Texas · 0.90 MI SW of SH 71 · Structure no. 132410008915055
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 84 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,408
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bu 59 S over Tres Palacios River is a concrete culvert carrying Bu 59 S over Tres Palacios River in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger 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 7,408 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,260 by 2029. The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bu 59 S over Tres Palacios River built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bu 59 S over Tres Palacios River 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Bu 59 S over Tres Palacios River carry?
About 7,408 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Bu 59 S over Tres Palacios River?
The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns Bu 59 S over Tres Palacios River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.