US Bridges

I69E NB Frtg over UPRR & Ta

Good

Cameron County, Texas · 2.3 MI S of I-169 · Structure no. 210310003908453

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
455 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,660
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I69E NB Frtg over UPRR & Ta is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I69E NB Frtg over UPRR & Ta in Cameron County, Texas. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 5,660 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1 by 1900. The structure is 455 ft (138.7 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesI69E NB Frtg
CrossesUPRR & Ta
Location2.3 MI S of I-169
RouteState Highway 69
CountyCameron County
StateTexas
Coordinates25.99738, -97.5251
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+3 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length455 ft (138.7 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,660 (2020)
Projected traffic1 by 1900
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I69E NB Frtg over UPRR & Ta built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is I69E NB Frtg over UPRR & Ta 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does I69E NB Frtg over UPRR & Ta carry?

About 5,660 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is I69E NB Frtg over UPRR & Ta?

The structure is 455 ft (138.7 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns I69E NB Frtg over UPRR & Ta?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.