IH 45 Bus Lp over IH 45 Ml
FairEllis County, Texas · 5.6 MI N of FM 813 · Structure no. 180710009203291
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,580
- 2011 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 Bus Lp over IH 45 Ml is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying IH 45 Bus Lp over IH 45 Ml in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 5 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 1,580 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,470 by 2031. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 42 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 Bus Lp over IH 45 Ml built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 Bus Lp over IH 45 Ml 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does IH 45 Bus Lp over IH 45 Ml carry?
About 1,580 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 Bus Lp over IH 45 Ml?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 Bus Lp over IH 45 Ml?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.