US 59 NB over Little Cypress Bayou
FairMarion County, Texas · At Harrison C/L · Structure no. 191550006206030
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 650 ft
- 26 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,809
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 NB over Little Cypress Bayou is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 59 NB over Little Cypress Bayou 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 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 5,809 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,060 by 2033. The structure is 650 ft (198.1 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 NB over Little Cypress Bayou built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US 59 NB over Little 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 NB over Little Cypress Bayou carry?
About 5,809 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is US 59 NB over Little Cypress Bayou?
The structure is 650 ft (198.1 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 NB over Little Cypress Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.