US Bridges

US 69 over Iron Ore Crk Relief

Good

Grayson County, Texas · 3.85 MI SE of SP 503 · Structure no. 010920041001013

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1965
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,585
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 over Iron Ore Crk Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 over Iron Ore Crk Relief in Grayson County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 91 years old, older 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 4,585 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,550 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 69
CrossesIron Ore Crk Relief
Location3.85 MI SE of SP 503
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates33.70214, -96.4914
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,585 (2020)
Projected traffic5,550 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 69 over Iron Ore Crk Relief built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.

What condition is US 69 over Iron Ore Crk Relief 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 69 over Iron Ore Crk Relief carry?

About 4,585 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 69 over Iron Ore Crk Relief?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 69 over Iron Ore Crk Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.