US Bridges

US 69/96/287 NB over Nederland Ave

Good

Jefferson County, Texas · 1.0 MI NW of FM 365 · Structure no. 201240020015138

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
145 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
21,130
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69/96/287 NB over Nederland Ave is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 69/96/287 NB over Nederland Ave in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 21,130 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,580 by 2033. The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long and 44 ft wide.

CarriesUS 69/96/287 NB
CrossesNederland Ave
Location1.0 MI NW of FM 365
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates29.95542, -94.00734
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length145 ft (44.2 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,130 (2013)
Projected traffic29,580 by 2033
Trucks8%
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 69/96/287 NB over Nederland Ave built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 69/96/287 NB over Nederland Ave 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 July 2022.

How much traffic does US 69/96/287 NB over Nederland Ave carry?

About 21,130 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 69/96/287 NB over Nederland Ave?

The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 69/96/287 NB over Nederland Ave?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.