US Bridges

IH 69 /Us 59 SB Ml over Beasley Branch

Good

Fort Bend County, Texas · 0.3 MI E of SH 36 · Structure no. 120800002712540

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
85 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
48,900
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 69 /Us 59 SB Ml over Beasley Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 69 /Us 59 SB Ml over Beasley Branch in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 48,900 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 73,300 by 2033. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 69 /Us 59 SB Ml
CrossesBeasley Branch
Location0.3 MI E of SH 36
RouteInterstate 69
StateTexas
Coordinates29.53243, -95.80321
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length85 ft (25.9 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width62 ft (19 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic48,900 (2013)
Projected traffic73,300 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 69 /Us 59 SB Ml over Beasley Branch built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 69 /Us 59 SB Ml over Beasley Branch 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does IH 69 /Us 59 SB Ml over Beasley Branch carry?

About 48,900 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is IH 69 /Us 59 SB Ml over Beasley Branch?

The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns IH 69 /Us 59 SB Ml over Beasley Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.