CR 261 over California Creek
GoodJones County, Texas · 0.75 MI N of FM 1636 · Structure no. 081280AA0211003
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 175 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 261 over California Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 261 over California Creek in Jones County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 27 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 38 by 2040. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 261 over California Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 261 over California 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does CR 261 over California Creek carry?
About 27 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is CR 261 over California Creek?
The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns CR 261 over California Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.