US 259 over Rail(up)/N Bigheadcrtr
GoodGregg County, Texas · 0.69MI N of Int of FM 349 · Structure no. 100930013816108
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,226 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,610
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 over Rail(up)/N Bigheadcrtr is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 259 over Rail(up)/N Bigheadcrtr 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 8,610 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,050 by 2033. The structure is 1,226 ft (373.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 US 259 over Rail(up)/N Bigheadcrtr built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 259 over Rail(up)/N Bigheadcrtr 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 US 259 over Rail(up)/N Bigheadcrtr carry?
About 8,610 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 259 over Rail(up)/N Bigheadcrtr?
The structure is 1,226 ft (373.7 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 259 over Rail(up)/N Bigheadcrtr?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.