US Bridges

IH 69 SB Frtg Rd. over Dry Creek

Good

Fort Bend County, Texas · 2025 MI E of SH 36 · Structure no. 120800002712552

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
135 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,100
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 69 SB Frtg Rd. over Dry Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 69 SB Frtg Rd. over Dry Creek in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 10,100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,200 by 2033. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 69 SB Frtg Rd.
CrossesDry Creek
Location2025 MI E of SH 36
RouteInterstate 69
StateTexas
Coordinates29.53625, -95.7723
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,100 (2013)
Projected traffic15,200 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Frtg Rd. over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 69 SB Frtg Rd. over Dry Creek 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 SB Frtg Rd. over Dry Creek carry?

About 10,100 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is IH 69 SB Frtg Rd. over Dry Creek?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns IH 69 SB Frtg Rd. over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.