US 259 over White Oak Creek Branch
FairMorris County, Texas · 0.80 MI S of IH 30 · Structure no. 191720008501040
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,098
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 over White Oak Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 259 over White Oak Creek Branch in Morris County, Texas. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 56 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 2,098 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,315 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 White Oak Creek Branch built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is US 259 over White Oak Creek Branch 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 Branch carry?
About 2,098 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 259 over White Oak Creek Branch?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 259 over White Oak Creek Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.