US Bridges

US 69 over Usan ST Ditch

Fair

Jefferson County, Texas · 2.7 MI SE of IH 10 · Structure no. 201240020014066

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
62,589
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 over Usan ST Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 over Usan ST Ditch in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older 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 62,589 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 90,610 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 69
CrossesUsan ST Ditch
Location2.7 MI SE of IH 10
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates30.03718, -94.10906
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic62,589 (2024)
Projected traffic90,610 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
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 Usan ST Ditch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 69 over Usan ST Ditch 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US 69 over Usan ST Ditch carry?

About 62,589 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 69 over Usan ST Ditch?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 69 over Usan ST Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.