US 259 over Plum Creek
GoodMorris County, Texas · 0.35 MI S of SH 77 · Structure no. 191720008501001
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,653
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 over Plum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 259 over Plum Creek in Morris County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 93 years old, older 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 1,653 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,100 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 58 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 259 over Plum Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is US 259 over Plum 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 259 over Plum Creek carry?
About 1,653 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US 259 over Plum Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns US 259 over Plum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.