IH 69 / US 59 Ml over Brazos River
GoodFort Bend County, Texas · 3.5 MI SW of SH 6 · Structure no. 120800002712342
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,425 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27,291
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 69 / US 59 Ml over Brazos River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 69 / US 59 Ml over Brazos River in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 27,291 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 76,500 by 2034. The structure is 1,425 ft (434.3 m) long and 208 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 69 / US 59 Ml over Brazos River built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 69 / US 59 Ml over Brazos River 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 Ml over Brazos River carry?
About 27,291 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is IH 69 / US 59 Ml over Brazos River?
The structure is 1,425 ft (434.3 m) long with a longest span of 300 ft (91.4 m) and a deck 208 ft wide.
Who owns IH 69 / US 59 Ml over Brazos River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.