US Bridges

US 69 over Pophers Creek Tributary

Good

Angelina County, Texas · 17.6 MI SE of Lp 287 · Structure no. 110030020002315

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,628
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 over Pophers Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 over Pophers Creek Tributary in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,628 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,291 by 2040. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 47 ft wide.

CarriesUS 69
CrossesPophers Creek Tributary
Location17.6 MI SE of Lp 287
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates31.19211, -94.45792
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,628 (2019)
Projected traffic8,291 by 2040
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 69 over Pophers Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 69 over Pophers Creek Tributary 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US 69 over Pophers Creek Tributary carry?

About 6,628 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 69 over Pophers Creek Tributary?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US 69 over Pophers Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.