US Bridges

US 69 over Wolf Creek Branch

Fair

Tyler County, Texas · 2.70 MI S of FM 256 · Structure no. 202290020006019

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1983
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,342
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 over Wolf Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 over Wolf Creek Branch in Tyler County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1983, 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 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 4,342 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,297 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 69
CrossesWolf Creek Branch
Location2.70 MI S of FM 256
RouteU.S. Route 69
CountyTyler County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.86758, -94.42576
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 spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.6 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,342 (2022)
Projected traffic5,297 by 2042
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Wolf Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.

What condition is US 69 over Wolf 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 69 over Wolf Creek Branch carry?

About 4,342 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 69 over Wolf Creek Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns US 69 over Wolf Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.