US Bridges

Dave Wilson RD over N Trib Little Cypress

FairPosted for load

Harrison County, Texas · 1.5 MI W of FM 450 · Structure no. 191030AA0174001

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
54 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
109
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dave Wilson RD over N Trib Little Cypress is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Dave Wilson RD over N Trib Little Cypress in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 109 vehicles a day, projected to reach 139 by 2040. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesDave Wilson RD
CrossesN Trib Little Cypress
Location1.5 MI W of FM 450
RouteCounty Highway 4409
StateTexas
Coordinates32.65445, -94.59551
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating27 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.4 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic109 (2020)
Projected traffic139 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Dave Wilson RD over N Trib Little Cypress built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dave Wilson RD over N Trib Little Cypress 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 2024.

How much traffic does Dave Wilson RD over N Trib Little Cypress carry?

About 109 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Dave Wilson RD over N Trib Little Cypress?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Dave Wilson RD over N Trib Little Cypress?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.