US Bridges

US 69 over Mulberry Branch

Fair

Angelina County, Texas · US 69 @ SH 7 · Structure no. 110030019904012

Built
1924
101 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,062
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 over Mulberry Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 over Mulberry Branch in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 101 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 7,062 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,480 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 69
CrossesMulberry Branch
LocationUS 69 @ SH 7
RouteU.S. Route 69
CountyAngelina County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.45154, -94.86691
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.7 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,062 (2020)
Projected traffic10,480 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 69 over Mulberry Branch built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is US 69 over Mulberry Branch 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 69 over Mulberry Branch carry?

About 7,062 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 69 over Mulberry Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns US 69 over Mulberry Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.