SH 43 over Big Cypress Relief No. 2
GoodMarion County, Texas · 1.10 MI S of FM 805 E · Structure no. 191550056903015
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,244
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 43 over Big Cypress Relief No. 2 is a concrete culvert carrying SH 43 over Big Cypress Relief No. 2 in Marion County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 1,244 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,940 by 2033. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 43 over Big Cypress Relief No. 2 built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 43 over Big Cypress Relief No. 2 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 SH 43 over Big Cypress Relief No. 2 carry?
About 1,244 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is SH 43 over Big Cypress Relief No. 2?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns SH 43 over Big Cypress Relief No. 2?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.