IH 69 / US 59 over Newcastle DR
FairHarris County, Texas · 0.55 MI E of IH 610 W · Structure no. 121020002713093
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 197 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 183,561
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 69 / US 59 over Newcastle DR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 69 / US 59 over Newcastle DR in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 63 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 183,561 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 416,279 by 2039. The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long and 226 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 69 / US 59 over Newcastle DR built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is IH 69 / US 59 over Newcastle DR in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does IH 69 / US 59 over Newcastle DR carry?
About 183,561 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is IH 69 / US 59 over Newcastle DR?
The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 226 ft wide.
Who owns IH 69 / US 59 over Newcastle DR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.