US 259 SB over Caney Creek
FairRusk County, Texas · 0.8 MI S of FM 850 · Structure no. 102010013803035
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 114 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,662
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 SB over Caney Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 259 SB over Caney Creek in Rusk County, Texas. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 5 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 5,662 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,037 by 2041. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 259 SB over Caney Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 259 SB over Caney 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 259 SB over Caney Creek carry?
About 5,662 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 259 SB over Caney Creek?
The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 259 SB over Caney Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.