US 259 over Jones Creek Relief
FairUpshur County, Texas · 2.05 MI N of SH 155 · Structure no. 192300039202024
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,555
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 over Jones Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 259 over Jones Creek Relief in Upshur County, Texas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 83 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 5,555 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,120 by 2033. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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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 US 259 over Jones Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is US 259 over Jones Creek Relief 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 259 over Jones Creek Relief carry?
About 5,555 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 259 over Jones Creek Relief?
The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US 259 over Jones Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.