US 259 NB over Alligator Lake Slough
GoodUpshur County, Texas · 4.40 MI N of SH 155 · Structure no. 192300039202035
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,660
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 NB over Alligator Lake Slough is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 259 NB over Alligator Lake Slough in Upshur County, Texas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 65 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 2,660 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,580 by 2031. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 NB over Alligator Lake Slough built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is US 259 NB over Alligator Lake Slough 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 259 NB over Alligator Lake Slough carry?
About 2,660 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 259 NB over Alligator Lake Slough?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns US 259 NB over Alligator Lake Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.