US 69 over Big Turnpike Creek
FairCherokee County, Texas · 2.30 MI SE of FM 22 · Structure no. 100370019901021
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,400
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69 over Big Turnpike Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 over Big Turnpike Creek in Cherokee County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 6 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 11,400 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,770 by 2038. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 69 over Big Turnpike Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 69 over Big Turnpike 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does US 69 over Big Turnpike Creek carry?
About 11,400 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 69 over Big Turnpike Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 69 over Big Turnpike Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.