US Bridges

US 69 & Lp 287 over Bus 69

Good

Angelina County, Texas · US 69 @ Bus 69 · Structure no. 110030019904033

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
434 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,853
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 & Lp 287 over Bus 69 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 69 & Lp 287 over Bus 69 in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger 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 7,853 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,550 by 2033. The structure is 434 ft (132.3 m) long and 85 ft wide.

CarriesUS 69 & Lp 287
CrossesBus 69
LocationUS 69 @ Bus 69
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates31.36866, -94.74831
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length434 ft (132.3 m)
Longest span106 ft (32.3 m)
Deck width85 ft (25.8 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,853 (2020)
Projected traffic23,550 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$401,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 69 & Lp 287 over Bus 69 built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 69 & Lp 287 over Bus 69 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 May 2022.

How much traffic does US 69 & Lp 287 over Bus 69 carry?

About 7,853 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 69 & Lp 287 over Bus 69?

The structure is 434 ft (132.3 m) long with a longest span of 106 ft (32.3 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns US 69 & Lp 287 over Bus 69?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.