US Bridges

US 69 Crossover over Black Fork Creek Branch

Fair

Smith County, Texas · 0.1 MI S of SH 64 · Structure no. 102120024506028

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,980
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 Crossover over Black Fork Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 Crossover over Black Fork Creek Branch in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 6,980 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,770 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long.

Location

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CarriesUS 69 Crossover
CrossesBlack Fork Creek Branch
Location0.1 MI S of SH 64
RouteU.S. Route 69
CountySmith County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.35029, -95.31933
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,980 (2013)
Projected traffic9,770 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$35,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 69 Crossover over Black Fork Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 69 Crossover over Black Fork Creek Branch 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 Crossover over Black Fork Creek Branch carry?

About 6,980 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 69 Crossover over Black Fork Creek Branch?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 69 Crossover over Black Fork Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.