US 69 over Wolf Creek
FairTyler County, Texas · 2.00 MI S of FM 256 · Structure no. 202290020006018
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1978
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 160 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,362
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69 over Wolf Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 69 over Wolf Creek in Tyler County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 91 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 4,362 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,297 by 2042. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 69 over Wolf Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.
What condition is US 69 over Wolf 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 Wolf Creek carry?
About 4,362 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 69 over Wolf Creek?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 69 over Wolf Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.