US 259 over Mud Creek
FairBowie County, Texas · 1.00 MI N of US 82 · Structure no. 190190008504028
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 121 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,207
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 over Mud Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 259 over Mud Creek in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 2,207 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,660 by 2033. The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Mud Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 259 over Mud 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 259 over Mud Creek carry?
About 2,207 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US 259 over Mud Creek?
The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 259 over Mud Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.