US Bridges

US69 NB to IH10 WB over IH 10 WB to US 69 SB

Fair

Jefferson County, Texas · US 69 @ IH 10 · Structure no. 201240073902108

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
182 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,878
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US69 NB to IH10 WB over IH 10 WB to US 69 SB is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US69 NB to IH10 WB over IH 10 WB to US 69 SB in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 6,878 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,317 by 2042. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS69 NB to IH10 WB
CrossesIH 10 WB to US 69 SB
LocationUS 69 @ IH 10
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates30.04928, -94.14349
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length182 ft (55.5 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,878 (2022)
Projected traffic10,317 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 US69 NB to IH10 WB over IH 10 WB to US 69 SB built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is US69 NB to IH10 WB over IH 10 WB to US 69 SB 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US69 NB to IH10 WB over IH 10 WB to US 69 SB carry?

About 6,878 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US69 NB to IH10 WB over IH 10 WB to US 69 SB?

The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US69 NB to IH10 WB over IH 10 WB to US 69 SB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.