US 259 SB over Chambers Creek
GoodRusk County, Texas · 2.2 MI N of FM 2276 · Structure no. 102010013803017
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old, rebuilt 1936
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,370
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 SB over Chambers Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 259 SB over Chambers Creek in Rusk County, Texas. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 1936, so it is 102 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 5,370 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,518 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 SB over Chambers Creek built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1936.
What condition is US 259 SB over Chambers 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 259 SB over Chambers Creek carry?
About 5,370 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 259 SB over Chambers Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns US 259 SB over Chambers Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.