IH 69 / US 59 Nbfr over Brazos River
GoodFort Bend County, Texas · 3.50 MI SW of SH 6 · Structure no. 120800002712344
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,425 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,000
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 69 / US 59 Nbfr over Brazos River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 69 / US 59 Nbfr over Brazos River 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 7,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,000 by 2033. The structure is 1,425 ft (434.3 m) long and 38 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 Nbfr over Brazos River built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 69 / US 59 Nbfr 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 Nbfr over Brazos River carry?
About 7,000 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is IH 69 / US 59 Nbfr 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 38 ft wide.
Who owns IH 69 / US 59 Nbfr over Brazos River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.