US 259 over White Oak Creek
FairMorris County, Texas · 1.30 MI S of IH 30 · Structure no. 191720008501039
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 450 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,098
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 over White Oak Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 259 over White Oak Creek in Morris County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 2,098 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,315 by 2042. The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 259 over White Oak Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 259 over White Oak 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 White Oak Creek carry?
About 2,098 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 259 over White Oak Creek?
The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 259 over White Oak Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.