US Bridges

US 69 SB over Tram RD

Good

Jefferson County, Texas · 6.3 MI NW of IH 10 · Structure no. 201240006507126

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
455 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
19,654
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 SB over Tram RD is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 69 SB over Tram RD in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 19,654 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35,850 by 2031. The structure is 455 ft (138.7 m) long and 39 ft wide.

CarriesUS 69 SB
CrossesTram RD
Location6.3 MI NW of IH 10
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates30.171, -94.18471
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+6 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length455 ft (138.7 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,654 (2020)
Projected traffic35,850 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 69 SB over Tram RD built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 69 SB over Tram RD 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 May 2022.

How much traffic does US 69 SB over Tram RD carry?

About 19,654 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is US 69 SB over Tram RD?

The structure is 455 ft (138.7 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns US 69 SB over Tram RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.