US Bridges

FM 2869 over Big Sandy Creek Rel

Good

Wood County, Texas · 2.00 MI SW of FM 49 · Structure no. 102500291801003

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
57 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,153
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2869 over Big Sandy Creek Rel is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2869 over Big Sandy Creek Rel in Wood County, Texas. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 55 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 2,153 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,450 by 2033. The structure is 57 ft (17.3 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2869
CrossesBig Sandy Creek Rel
Location2.00 MI SW of FM 49
RouteState Highway 2869
CountyWood County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.70431, -95.20818
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length57 ft (17.3 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.8 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,153 (2020)
Projected traffic2,450 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
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 2869 over Big Sandy Creek Rel built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is FM 2869 over Big Sandy Creek Rel 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 2869 over Big Sandy Creek Rel carry?

About 2,153 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 2869 over Big Sandy Creek Rel?

The structure is 57 ft (17.3 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2869 over Big Sandy Creek Rel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.