US Bridges

IH 69 SB Ml over FM 2218

Good

Fort Bend County, Texas · IH69 & FM2218 Intersectio · Structure no. 120800002712550

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
394 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
48,900
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 69 SB Ml over FM 2218 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 69 SB Ml over FM 2218 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 8 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 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 73,300 by 2033. The structure is 394 ft (120.1 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 69 SB Ml
CrossesFM 2218
LocationIH69 & FM2218 Intersectio
RouteInterstate 69
StateTexas
Coordinates29.53454, -95.77635
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length394 ft (120.1 m)
Longest span150 ft (45.7 m)
Deck width62 ft (19 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic48,900 (2013)
Projected traffic73,300 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 69 SB Ml over FM 2218 built?

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

What condition is IH 69 SB Ml over FM 2218 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 2022.

How much traffic does IH 69 SB Ml over FM 2218 carry?

About 48,900 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is IH 69 SB Ml over FM 2218?

The structure is 394 ft (120.1 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns IH 69 SB Ml over FM 2218?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.