US Bridges

US 69/96/287 SB over Beauxart Garden RD

Fair

Jefferson County, Texas · 0.7 MI NW of Jerry Ware · Structure no. 201240020015134

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
160 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
24,497
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69/96/287 SB over Beauxart Garden RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 69/96/287 SB over Beauxart Garden RD in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 5 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 24,497 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,296 by 2042. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 42 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUS 69/96/287 SB
CrossesBeauxart Garden RD
Location0.7 MI NW of Jerry Ware
RouteU.S. Route 69
CountyJefferson County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.97213, -94.0239
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,497 (2022)
Projected traffic34,296 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 69/96/287 SB over Beauxart Garden RD built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 69/96/287 SB over Beauxart Garden 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 69/96/287 SB over Beauxart Garden RD carry?

About 24,497 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 69/96/287 SB over Beauxart Garden RD?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 69/96/287 SB over Beauxart Garden RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.