US Bridges

Rek Hill RD over Pool Branch

Good

Fayette County, Texas · 1.4 MI S of SH 159 · Structure no. 130760AA0445001

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
118 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
60
2012 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rek Hill RD over Pool Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rek Hill RD over Pool Branch in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2032. The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesRek Hill RD
CrossesPool Branch
Location1.4 MI S of SH 159
RouteCounty Highway 261
StateTexas
Coordinates29.91554, -96.62942
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length118 ft (36 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60 (2012)
Projected traffic100 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rek Hill RD over Pool Branch built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rek Hill RD over Pool Branch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Rek Hill RD over Pool Branch carry?

About 60 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is Rek Hill RD over Pool Branch?

The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Rek Hill RD over Pool Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.