IH 69 / US 59 Sbml over Bellaire Blvd
FairHarris County, Texas · 4.0 MI NE of Bwy 8 · Structure no. 121020002713239
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 372 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 112,270
- 2011 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 69 / US 59 Sbml over Bellaire Blvd is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 69 / US 59 Sbml over Bellaire Blvd in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 112,270 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 157,180 by 2031. The structure is 372 ft (113.4 m) long and 91 ft wide.
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 69 / US 59 Sbml over Bellaire Blvd built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 69 / US 59 Sbml over Bellaire Blvd 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does IH 69 / US 59 Sbml over Bellaire Blvd carry?
About 112,270 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is IH 69 / US 59 Sbml over Bellaire Blvd?
The structure is 372 ft (113.4 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.
Who owns IH 69 / US 59 Sbml over Bellaire Blvd?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.