US 259 over FM 1249
GoodRusk County, Texas · 2.5 MI NE of US 259 Bus · Structure no. 102010013817113
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 205 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,324
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 over FM 1249 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 259 over FM 1249 in Rusk County, Texas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 6,324 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,854 by 2041. The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 259 over FM 1249 built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 259 over FM 1249 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 over FM 1249 carry?
About 6,324 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 259 over FM 1249?
The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 259 over FM 1249?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.