FM 1159 over Little White Oak
FairRed River County, Texas · 15.1 MI E of SH 37 · Structure no. 011940077302004
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1159 over Little White Oak is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1159 over Little White Oak in Red River County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 122 by 2040. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1159 over Little White Oak built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1159 over Little White Oak 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does FM 1159 over Little White Oak carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is FM 1159 over Little White Oak?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1159 over Little White Oak?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.