US Bridges

FM 1669 over Linston Creek

Fair

Angelina County, Texas · 2.30 MI S of SH 103 · Structure no. 110030167501002

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 1968
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
50 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
790
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1669 over Linston Creek is a concrete slab carrying FM 1669 over Linston Creek in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 72 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 790 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,040 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1669
CrossesLinston Creek
Location2.30 MI S of SH 103
RouteState Highway 1669
CountyAngelina County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.33186, -94.53017
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 10
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic790 (2020)
Projected traffic1,040 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1669 over Linston Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.

What condition is FM 1669 over Linston 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 FM 1669 over Linston Creek carry?

About 790 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 1669 over Linston Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1669 over Linston Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.