US 69 over FM 344
GoodSmith County, Texas · 1.65 MI NW of FM 2493 · Structure no. 102120019101018
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 260 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,861
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69 over FM 344 is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying US 69 over FM 344 in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 12,861 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,470 by 2033. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 69 over FM 344 built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 69 over FM 344 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 over FM 344 carry?
About 12,861 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 69 over FM 344?
The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.
Who owns US 69 over FM 344?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.