IH 69 / US 59 Sbml over Gessner RD
FairHarris County, Texas · 2.5 MI NE of Bwy 8 · Structure no. 121020002713251
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 311 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 94,130
- 2011 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 69 / US 59 Sbml over Gessner RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 69 / US 59 Sbml over Gessner RD 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 94,130 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 131,790 by 2031. The structure is 311 ft (94.8 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Gessner RD built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 69 / US 59 Sbml over Gessner RD 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 2022.
How much traffic does IH 69 / US 59 Sbml over Gessner RD carry?
About 94,130 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is IH 69 / US 59 Sbml over Gessner RD?
The structure is 311 ft (94.8 m) long with a longest span of 113 ft (34.4 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.
Who owns IH 69 / US 59 Sbml over Gessner RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.