US Bridges

IH 45 over Draw

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 0.3 MI N of FM 563 · Structure no. 180710009204122

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
52,671
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 over Draw in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 52,671 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 57,870 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 268 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesIH 45
CrossesDraw
Location0.3 MI N of FM 563
RouteInterstate 45
CountyEllis County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.36302, -96.63504
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width268 ft (81.7 m)
Roadway width144 ft (43.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic52,671 (2023)
Projected traffic57,870 by 2033
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure11
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
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 over Draw built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 45 over Draw 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 2023.

How much traffic does IH 45 over Draw carry?

About 52,671 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 over Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 268 ft wide.

Who owns IH 45 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.