FM 1259 over Frio Creek
GoodDeaf Smith County, Texas · 1.6 MI E of FM 2943 · Structure no. 040590124302003
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 346
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1259 over Frio Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1259 over Frio Creek in Deaf Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 74 years old, older 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 346 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,050 by 2033. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 52 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1259 over Frio Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is FM 1259 over Frio 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1259 over Frio Creek carry?
About 346 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.
How long is FM 1259 over Frio Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1259 over Frio Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.