US 259 SB over Owens Creek
FairRusk County, Texas · 5.5 MI S of FM 3310 · Structure no. 102010013805048
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 70 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,967
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 SB over Owens Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 259 SB over Owens Creek in Rusk County, Texas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 2,967 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,680 by 2033. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 SB over Owens Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 259 SB over Owens 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 259 SB over Owens Creek carry?
About 2,967 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 259 SB over Owens Creek?
The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns US 259 SB over Owens Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.