IH 69 / US 59 Ml over Channel a
FairFort Bend County, Texas · 4.103 MI S of US 90A · Structure no. 120800002712343
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27,291
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 69 / US 59 Ml over Channel a is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 69 / US 59 Ml over Channel a 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 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 27,291 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 134,300 by 2033. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 184 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 69 / US 59 Ml over Channel a built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 69 / US 59 Ml over Channel a 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does IH 69 / US 59 Ml over Channel a carry?
About 27,291 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is IH 69 / US 59 Ml over Channel a?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 184 ft wide.
Who owns IH 69 / US 59 Ml over Channel a?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.