US 259 over Sulphur River
GoodBowie County, Texas · At Morris County Line · Structure no. 190190008502042
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,425 ft
- 19 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,631
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 over Sulphur River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 259 over Sulphur River in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 1,631 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,470 by 2033. The structure is 1,425 ft (434.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 259 over Sulphur River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 259 over Sulphur 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 259 over Sulphur River carry?
About 1,631 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US 259 over Sulphur River?
The structure is 1,425 ft (434.3 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 259 over Sulphur River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.