US Bridges

FM 1569 over Clendining Creek

Good

Hunt County, Texas · 0.6 MI E of FM 36 · Structure no. 011170149302005

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
598
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1569 over Clendining Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1569 over Clendining Creek in Hunt County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 598 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 720 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long.

CarriesFM 1569
CrossesClendining Creek
Location0.6 MI E of FM 36
RouteState Highway 1569
StateTexas
Coordinates33.2049, -96.26818
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck0 ft (0 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic598 (2020)
Projected traffic720 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 FM 1569 over Clendining Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1569 over Clendining Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1569 over Clendining Creek carry?

About 598 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 1569 over Clendining Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 1569 over Clendining Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.