US Bridges

US 69 over Texaco Canal

Good

Jefferson County, Texas · 0.3 MI SE of SH 73 · Structure no. 201240020016308

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
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 Texaco Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 over Texaco Canal in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 years old, younger 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 21,779 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).

CarriesUS 69
CrossesTexaco Canal
Location0.3 MI SE of SH 73
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates29.91574, -93.95188
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,779 (2024)
Projected traffic37,770 by 2042
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 69 over Texaco Canal built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 69 over Texaco Canal 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 69 over Texaco Canal carry?

About 21,779 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is US 69 over Texaco 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 Texaco Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.