US 259 SB over Little Cypress Creek
FairUpshur County, Texas · 2.55 MI S of SH 154 · Structure no. 192300039202012
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 420 ft
- 21 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,323
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 259 SB over Little Cypress Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 259 SB over Little Cypress Creek in Upshur County, Texas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 83 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 6,323 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,450 by 2033. The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 259 SB over Little Cypress Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is US 259 SB over Little Cypress 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 259 SB over Little Cypress Creek carry?
About 6,323 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 259 SB over Little Cypress Creek?
The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 259 SB over Little Cypress Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.