US Bridges

US 69 SB FR over Magnolia Petrol CO Canal

Good

Jefferson County, Texas · 0.4 MI W of Spur 380 · Structure no. 201240020014073

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
800
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 SB FR over Magnolia Petrol CO Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 SB FR over Magnolia Petrol CO Canal in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 800 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,120 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 69 SB FR
CrossesMagnolia Petrol CO Canal
Location0.4 MI W of Spur 380
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates30.03229, -94.06926
Functional classUrban 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 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 traffic800 (2013)
Projected traffic1,120 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 69 SB FR over Magnolia Petrol CO Canal built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 69 SB FR over Magnolia Petrol CO Canal 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 SB FR over Magnolia Petrol CO Canal carry?

About 800 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 69 SB FR over Magnolia Petrol CO Canal?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 69 SB FR over Magnolia Petrol CO Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.