IH 69 over Drain
GoodMontgomery County, Texas · 0.5 MI S of Fostoria RD · Structure no. 121700017705020
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 43,900
- 2010 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 69 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying IH 69 over Drain in Montgomery County, Texas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 96 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 43,900 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 61,460 by 2030. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 273 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 69 over Drain built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is IH 69 over Drain 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does IH 69 over Drain carry?
About 43,900 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is IH 69 over Drain?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m) and a deck 273 ft wide.
Who owns IH 69 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.