US Bridges

IH 69 over Crosstimbers RD

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 1.40 MI N of IH 610 · Structure no. 121020017711168

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
375 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
235,210
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 69 over Crosstimbers RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 69 over Crosstimbers RD in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 235,210 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 329,294 by 2042. The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long and 201 ft wide.

CarriesIH 69
CrossesCrosstimbers RD
Location1.40 MI N of IH 610
RouteInterstate 69
StateTexas
Coordinates29.82922, -95.33498
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length375 ft (114.3 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width201 ft (61.2 m)
Roadway width194 ft (59 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic235,210 (2023)
Projected traffic329,294 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure11
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 69 over Crosstimbers RD built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 69 over Crosstimbers 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does IH 69 over Crosstimbers RD carry?

About 235,210 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is IH 69 over Crosstimbers RD?

The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 201 ft wide.

Who owns IH 69 over Crosstimbers RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.