IH 69/US 59 SB over Cottonwood Creek
GoodFort Bend County, Texas · 1.72 MI SW of Spur 10 · Structure no. 120800008909219
- Built
- 2020
- 5 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 136 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 14,162
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 69/US 59 SB over Cottonwood Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 69/US 59 SB over Cottonwood Creek in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 14,162 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,826 by 2039. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 69/US 59 SB over Cottonwood Creek built?
It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 69/US 59 SB over Cottonwood 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does IH 69/US 59 SB over Cottonwood Creek carry?
About 14,162 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is IH 69/US 59 SB over Cottonwood Creek?
The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns IH 69/US 59 SB over Cottonwood Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.