US Bridges

US 69 over Sabine River Tributary

Good

Wood County, Texas · 1.80 MI S of US 80 · Structure no. 102500019003009

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,116
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 over Sabine River Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 over Sabine River Tributary in Wood County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 12,116 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,180 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 69
CrossesSabine River Tributary
Location1.80 MI S of US 80
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateTexas
Coordinates32.63692, -95.4878
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,116 (2018)
Projected traffic15,180 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 69 over Sabine River Tributary built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 69 over Sabine River Tributary 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US 69 over Sabine River Tributary carry?

About 12,116 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 69 over Sabine River Tributary?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 69 over Sabine River Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.