IH 69 / US 59 Sbfr over Brays Bayou
FairHarris County, Texas · 1.8 MI NE of Beltway 8 · Structure no. 121020002713249
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 204 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,705
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 69 / US 59 Sbfr over Brays Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 69 / US 59 Sbfr over Brays Bayou 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 30,705 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,060 by 2031. The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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. |
| 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 Sbfr over Brays Bayou built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 69 / US 59 Sbfr over Brays Bayou 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 Sbfr over Brays Bayou carry?
About 30,705 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is IH 69 / US 59 Sbfr over Brays Bayou?
The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns IH 69 / US 59 Sbfr over Brays Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.