US Bridges

FM 69 over Carter Creek

Good

Wood County, Texas · 1.65 MI N of SH 37 · Structure no. 102500076603017

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
857
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 69 over Carter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 69 over Carter Creek in Wood County, Texas. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 857 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,110 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesFM 69
CrossesCarter Creek
Location1.65 MI N of SH 37
RouteState Highway 69
StateTexas
Coordinates32.85713, -95.42423
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic857 (2020)
Projected traffic1,110 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 FM 69 over Carter Creek built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 69 over Carter Creek 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 FM 69 over Carter Creek carry?

About 857 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 69 over Carter Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns FM 69 over Carter Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.