IH 69 SB & Hov over Reinhardt Bayou
GoodHarris County, Texas · 1.35 MI N of Bwy 8 · Structure no. 121020017707211
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 130 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 114,372
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 69 SB & Hov over Reinhardt Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 69 SB & Hov over Reinhardt Bayou in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 114,372 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 155,550 by 2042. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 116 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 69 SB & Hov over Reinhardt Bayou built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 69 SB & Hov over Reinhardt Bayou 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does IH 69 SB & Hov over Reinhardt Bayou carry?
About 114,372 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is IH 69 SB & Hov over Reinhardt Bayou?
The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 116 ft wide.
Who owns IH 69 SB & Hov over Reinhardt Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.