IH 45 E FR over Red Oak Creek Relief #2
FairEllis County, Texas · 1.80 MI N of FM 813 · Structure no. 180710009204149
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 930
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 E FR over Red Oak Creek Relief #2 is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 E FR over Red Oak Creek Relief #2 in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 930 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,300 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 E FR over Red Oak Creek Relief #2 built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 E FR over Red Oak Creek Relief #2 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does IH 45 E FR over Red Oak Creek Relief #2 carry?
About 930 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 E FR over Red Oak Creek Relief #2?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 E FR over Red Oak Creek Relief #2?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.