US 259 over Red River
GoodBowie County, Texas · 12.2 MI N of US 82 · Structure no. 190190008504176
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 2,200 ft
- 22 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 over Red River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 259 over Red River in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,000 by 2033. The structure is 2,200 ft (670.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 259 over Red River built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 259 over Red 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 259 over Red River carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 259 over Red River?
The structure is 2,200 ft (670.6 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 259 over Red River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.