US Bridges

IH 45 NB On-Rp G over Honey Spring Branch

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.6 MI N of Lp 12 · Structure no. 180570009214245

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
74 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
6,319
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 NB On-Rp G over Honey Spring Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 NB On-Rp G 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 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 6,319 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,479 by 2042. The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 45 NB On-Rp G
CrossesHoney Spring Branch
Location0.6 MI N of Lp 12
RouteInterstate 45
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.70961, -96.75474
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length74 ft (22.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5.3 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,319 (2022)
Projected traffic9,479 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 IH 45 NB On-Rp G over Honey Spring Branch built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 45 NB On-Rp G over Honey Spring Branch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does IH 45 NB On-Rp G over Honey Spring Branch carry?

About 6,319 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 NB On-Rp G over Honey Spring Branch?

The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 45 NB On-Rp G over Honey Spring Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.