US 69 over Pear Ridge Canal
FairJefferson County, Texas · 0.35 MI SE of SH 73 · Structure no. 201240020016145
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 2022
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,779
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69 over Pear Ridge Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 over Pear Ridge Canal in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 2022, so it is 76 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 21,779 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,770 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 69 over Pear Ridge Canal built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.
What condition is US 69 over Pear Ridge Canal 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 over Pear Ridge Canal carry?
About 21,779 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US 69 over Pear Ridge Canal?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US 69 over Pear Ridge Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.