US 259 over Okry Creek
FairMorris County, Texas · 2.10 MI SE of US 67 · Structure no. 191720008401005
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,959
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 over Okry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 259 over Okry Creek in Morris County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 1,959 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,743 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Okry Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 259 over Okry Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 259 over Okry Creek carry?
About 1,959 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is US 259 over Okry Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns US 259 over Okry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.