US 59 over Black Cypress Bayou
FairMarion County, Texas · 1.20 MI N of SH 49 · Structure no. 191550006205050
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 525 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,314
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Black Cypress Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 over Black Cypress Bayou 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 525 ft (160 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over Black Cypress Bayou built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 over Black Cypress Bayou 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 carry?
About 7,314 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Black Cypress Bayou?
The structure is 525 ft (160 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Black Cypress Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.