US Bridges

FM 3259 over W Fork Trinity River

Fair

Wise County, Texas · 1.4 MI W of FM 51 · Structure no. 022490345401001

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
130 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,028
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3259 over W Fork Trinity River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 3259 over W Fork Trinity River in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 2,028 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,950 by 2035. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 3259
CrossesW Fork Trinity River
Location1.4 MI W of FM 51
RouteState Highway 3259
CountyWise County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.15867, -97.65546
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating17 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.4 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,028 (2020)
Projected traffic3,950 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$9,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 3259 over W Fork Trinity River built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3259 over W Fork Trinity River 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 3259 over W Fork Trinity River carry?

About 2,028 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 3259 over W Fork Trinity River?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3259 over W Fork Trinity River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.