US Bridges

US 69 SB over Fourth ST

Fair

Jefferson County, Texas · 2.1 MI SE of IH 10 · Structure no. 201240020014099

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
285 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
21,684
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 SB over Fourth ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 69 SB over Fourth ST in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 21,684 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,300 by 2033. The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long and 44 ft wide.

CarriesUS 69 SB
CrossesFourth ST
Location2.1 MI SE of IH 10
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates30.03897, -94.11579
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+4 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length285 ft (86.9 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,684 (2020)
Projected traffic45,300 by 2033
Trucks7%
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 69 SB over Fourth ST built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 69 SB over Fourth ST 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 2022.

How much traffic does US 69 SB over Fourth ST carry?

About 21,684 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 69 SB over Fourth ST?

The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 69 SB over Fourth ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.