US Bridges

US 69 over Greenwood Creek

Fair

Tyler County, Texas · 1.15 MI S of Jasper C/L · Structure no. 202290020005016

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
3,132
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 over Greenwood Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 over Greenwood Creek in Tyler County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 93 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 3,132 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,134 by 2042. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 69
CrossesGreenwood Creek
Location1.15 MI S of Jasper C/L
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates31.0087, -94.3985
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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 spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,132 (2022)
Projected traffic4,134 by 2042
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 69 over Greenwood Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is US 69 over Greenwood 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 69 over Greenwood Creek carry?

About 3,132 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 69 over Greenwood Creek?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns US 69 over Greenwood Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.