SH 43 over Lynchton Creek
FairMarion County, Texas · 0.60 MI N of FM 805 W · Structure no. 191550056903019
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,068
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 43 over Lynchton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 43 over Lynchton Creek in Marion County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 1,068 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,690 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 43 over Lynchton Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 43 over Lynchton Creek 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 SH 43 over Lynchton Creek carry?
About 1,068 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SH 43 over Lynchton Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns SH 43 over Lynchton Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.