US 259 over Beaver Slough
FairGregg County, Texas · 0.75 MI SW of IH 20 · Structure no. 100930013801007
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 370
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 over Beaver Slough is a concrete culvert carrying US 259 over Beaver Slough in Gregg County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 91 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 370 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 520 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 259 over Beaver Slough built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is US 259 over Beaver Slough 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 259 over Beaver Slough carry?
About 370 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US 259 over Beaver Slough?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 259 over Beaver Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.