US Bridges

US 69 over Ector ST Ditch

Good

Jefferson County, Texas · 0.35 MI W of SH 93 · Structure no. 201240020014069

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
52,778
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 over Ector ST Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 over Ector ST Ditch in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 64 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 52,778 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 73,889 by 2042. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 69
CrossesEctor ST Ditch
Location0.35 MI W of SH 93
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates30.0334, -94.09585
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic52,778 (2022)
Projected traffic73,889 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure10
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Ector ST Ditch built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

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

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

About 52,778 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 69 over Ector ST Ditch?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns US 69 over Ector ST Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.