US 69 over Arnold Creek
FairFannin County, Texas · 0.1 MI S of SH 78 (south) · Structure no. 010750020203039
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,521
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69 over Arnold Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 over Arnold Creek in Fannin County, Texas. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 82 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 4,521 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,250 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Arnold Creek built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is US 69 over Arnold 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 69 over Arnold Creek carry?
About 4,521 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 69 over Arnold Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.
Who owns US 69 over Arnold Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.