US Bridges

US 69 over Dunns CR

Good

Hunt County, Texas · 11.4 MI E JCT IH30&US69 · Structure no. 011170020302026

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,108
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 over Dunns CR is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 over Dunns CR in Hunt County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 8,108 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,610 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long.

CarriesUS 69
CrossesDunns CR
Location11.4 MI E JCT IH30&US69
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates33.01072, -95.95921
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,108 (2020)
Projected traffic10,610 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 69 over Dunns CR built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 69 over Dunns CR 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 69 over Dunns CR carry?

About 8,108 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 69 over Dunns CR?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 69 over Dunns CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.