US Bridges

US 59 over Little Cypress Relief

Good

Marion County, Texas · 0.70 MI N of Harrison C/L · Structure no. 191550006206027

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
10,617
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 59 over Little Cypress Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 59 over Little Cypress Relief in Marion County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 72 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 10,617 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,130 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 59
CrossesLittle Cypress Relief
Location0.70 MI N of Harrison C/L
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates32.72289, -94.3488
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,617 (2020)
Projected traffic20,130 by 2033
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 59 over Little Cypress Relief built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is US 59 over Little Cypress Relief 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US 59 over Little Cypress Relief carry?

About 10,617 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is US 59 over Little Cypress Relief?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 59 over Little Cypress Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.