US 69 SB over Black Fork Creek
GoodSmith County, Texas · 0.9 MI N of Lp 323 · Structure no. 102120019005021
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 114 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,680
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69 SB over Black Fork Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 69 SB over Black Fork Creek in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 102 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 11,680 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,352 by 2041. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 69 SB over Black Fork Creek built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is US 69 SB over Black Fork Creek 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 69 SB over Black Fork Creek carry?
About 11,680 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 69 SB over Black Fork Creek?
The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 69 SB over Black Fork Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.