US Bridges

US 69 over Biloxi Creek

Fair

Angelina County, Texas · 2.45 MI SE of Lp 287 · Structure no. 110030020001057

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 1966
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
110 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
18,129
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 over Biloxi Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 69 over Biloxi Creek in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 76 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 5 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 18,129 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,770 by 2033. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 69
CrossesBiloxi Creek
Location2.45 MI SE of Lp 287
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates31.30148, -94.66374
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length110 ft (33.5 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.6 m)
Roadway width73 ft (22.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,129 (2024)
Projected traffic23,770 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Biloxi Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.

What condition is US 69 over Biloxi 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 69 over Biloxi Creek carry?

About 18,129 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 69 over Biloxi Creek?

The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns US 69 over Biloxi Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.