US 259 over Sulphur River Relief
FairBowie County, Texas · 0.30 MI N of Morris C/L · Structure no. 190190008502043
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 450 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,631
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 over Sulphur River Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 259 over Sulphur River Relief 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 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 1,631 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,470 by 2033. The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 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 | 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 Relief built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 259 over Sulphur 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 259 over Sulphur River Relief carry?
About 1,631 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US 259 over Sulphur River Relief?
The structure is 450 ft (137.2 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 Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.