FM 559 over Barkman Creek
GoodBowie County, Texas · 1.20 MI N of FM 1397 · Structure no. 190190102001006
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Other
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 220 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 606
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 559 over Barkman Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 559 over Barkman Creek in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1991 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 34 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 606 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 230 by 2033. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 FM 559 over Barkman Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is FM 559 over Barkman Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does FM 559 over Barkman Creek carry?
About 606 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is FM 559 over Barkman Creek?
The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM 559 over Barkman Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.