Bu 59r NB over Colorado River

Fair Condition61 years old2,796 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyWharton
Location0.25 Mi S Of SH 60
CarriesBu 59r NB
CrossesColorado River
Coordinates29.30780, -96.10377

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length1124.0 ft (342.6 m)
Max Span165.0 ft (50.3 m)
Deck Width34.4 ft (10.5 m)
Deck Area3597.3 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1965

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,796 (2023)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number132410008910065

Nearby Bridges

Bu 59r SB over Colorado River 0.0 mi Fair Bu 59 R SB over Kcs Rr 0.3 mi Fair Bu 59 R NB over Kcs Rr 0.3 mi Fair Bu 59 R over Colorado River Relief 0.9 mi Fair Bu 59 R over Colorado River Relief 1.1 mi Fair US 59 NB over Colorado River S Relief 1.3 mi Fair US 59 SB over Colorado River S Relief 1.3 mi Fair US 59 NB over Colorado River 1.3 mi Fair US 59 SB over Colorado River 1.4 mi Fair US 59 NB over Colorado River N Relief 1.4 mi Fair