IH 45 Ml & Wfr over Honey Spring Branch
FairDallas County, Texas · 0.6 MI N of Lp 12 · Structure no. 180570009214244
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 72 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 81,690
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 Ml & Wfr over Honey Spring Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 Ml & Wfr over Honey Spring Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 81,690 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 104,563 by 2042. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 Ml & Wfr over Honey Spring Branch built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 Ml & Wfr over Honey Spring 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does IH 45 Ml & Wfr over Honey Spring Branch carry?
About 81,690 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 Ml & Wfr over Honey Spring Branch?
The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns IH 45 Ml & Wfr over Honey Spring Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.