US Bridges

US 69 NB over Sulphur Plant RD

Fair

Jefferson County, Texas · 0.50 MI S of SP 380 · Structure no. 201240020014084

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
200 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,510
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 NB over Sulphur Plant RD is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 69 NB over Sulphur Plant RD in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 5,510 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,248 by 2042. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 69 NB
CrossesSulphur Plant RD
Location0.50 MI S of SP 380
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates30.0299, -94.05604
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.6 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,510 (2022)
Projected traffic35,248 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$260,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 69 NB over Sulphur Plant RD built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 69 NB over Sulphur Plant RD 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 69 NB over Sulphur Plant RD carry?

About 5,510 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 69 NB over Sulphur Plant RD?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns US 69 NB over Sulphur Plant RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.