US 69 over Red Bayou
GoodCherokee County, Texas · 0.10 MI NW Angelina C/L · Structure no. 100370019903018
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 2018
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,954
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69 over Red Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 over Red Bayou in Cherokee County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 90 years old, older 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 7,954 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,136 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 69 over Red Bayou built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.
What condition is US 69 over Red Bayou 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does US 69 over Red Bayou carry?
About 7,954 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 69 over Red Bayou?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.
Who owns US 69 over Red Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.