US Bridges

Bu 259 G over Railroad (up)

Good

Gregg County, Texas · 2.72 MI SW of IH 20 · Structure no. 100930013801122

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
176 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
13,806
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bu 259 G over Railroad (up) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bu 259 G over Railroad (up) in Gregg County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 13,806 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,090 by 2033. The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesBu 259 G
CrossesRailroad (up)
Location2.72 MI SW of IH 20
RouteState Highway 259
StateTexas
Coordinates32.40141, -94.8523
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length176 ft (53.6 m)
Longest span76 ft (23.2 m)
Deck width83 ft (25.3 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,806 (2023)
Projected traffic19,090 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Bu 259 G over Railroad (up) built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bu 259 G over Railroad (up) 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 Bu 259 G over Railroad (up) carry?

About 13,806 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Bu 259 G over Railroad (up)?

The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.

Who owns Bu 259 G over Railroad (up)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.