US Bridges

US 59 over Black Cypress Bayou Rel

Fair

Marion County, Texas · 1.40 MI N of SH 49 · Structure no. 191550006205049

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
280 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,314
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 over Black Cypress Bayou Rel is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 over Black Cypress Bayou Rel in Marion County, Texas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 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 7,314 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,020 by 2033. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 59
CrossesBlack Cypress Bayou Rel
Location1.40 MI N of SH 49
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates32.78216, -94.35846
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length280 ft (85.3 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,314 (2020)
Projected traffic15,020 by 2033
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US 59 over Black Cypress Bayou Rel built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 59 over Black Cypress Bayou Rel 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US 59 over Black Cypress Bayou Rel carry?

About 7,314 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is US 59 over Black Cypress Bayou Rel?

The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns US 59 over Black Cypress Bayou Rel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.