IH 69 / US 59 NB over SH 99 & Drain
GoodFort Bend County, Texas · 1.3 MI SW of Brazos River · Structure no. 120800002712050
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Steel
- Length
- 775 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,336
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 69 / US 59 NB over SH 99 & Drain is a steel box beam or girders - multiple carrying IH 69 / US 59 NB over SH 99 & Drain in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 15,336 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 94,650 by 2031. The structure is 775 ft (236.2 m) long and 104 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 69 / US 59 NB over SH 99 & Drain built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 69 / US 59 NB over SH 99 & Drain 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does IH 69 / US 59 NB over SH 99 & Drain carry?
About 15,336 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is IH 69 / US 59 NB over SH 99 & Drain?
The structure is 775 ft (236.2 m) long with a longest span of 145 ft (44.2 m) and a deck 104 ft wide.
Who owns IH 69 / US 59 NB over SH 99 & Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.