US Bridges

FM 969 (mlk Blvd) over Tannehill Branch

Good

Travis County, Texas · 1.3 MI W of US 183 · Structure no. 142270118601001

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 1958
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,922
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 969 (mlk Blvd) over Tannehill Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 969 (mlk Blvd) over Tannehill Branch in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1958, so it is 74 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 8,922 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,270 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 969 (mlk Blvd)
CrossesTannehill Branch
Location1.3 MI W of US 183
RouteState Highway 969
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.28519, -97.68706
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,922 (2020)
Projected traffic21,270 by 2033
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 969 (mlk Blvd) over Tannehill Branch built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.

What condition is FM 969 (mlk Blvd) over Tannehill Branch 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FM 969 (mlk Blvd) over Tannehill Branch carry?

About 8,922 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is FM 969 (mlk Blvd) over Tannehill Branch?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns FM 969 (mlk Blvd) over Tannehill Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.