US 69/96/287 over Main a Canal
FairJefferson County, Texas · 0.1 MI SE of SH 73 · Structure no. 201240020016157
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 164 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,779
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69/96/287 over Main a Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 69/96/287 over Main a Canal in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger 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 21,779 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,770 by 2042. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 69/96/287 over Main a Canal built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 69/96/287 over Main a 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 69/96/287 over Main a Canal carry?
About 21,779 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US 69/96/287 over Main a Canal?
The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns US 69/96/287 over Main a Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.