US 69 over West Mud Creek
FairSmith County, Texas · 3.6 MI S of SH 64 · Structure no. 102120019101009
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 59 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 46,059
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69 over West Mud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 over West Mud Creek in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 69 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 6 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 46,059 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,192 by 2041. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 69 over West Mud Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is US 69 over West Mud Creek 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 69 over West Mud Creek carry?
About 46,059 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 69 over West Mud Creek?
The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns US 69 over West Mud Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.