US Bridges

IH 45 Ml & FR over Draw

Fair

Ellis County, Texas · 0.40 MI S of FM 813 · Structure no. 180710009204152

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
44,580
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 Ml & FR over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 Ml & FR over Draw in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1996, 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 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 44,580 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,450 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long.

Location

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CarriesIH 45 Ml & FR
CrossesDraw
Location0.40 MI S of FM 813
RouteInterstate 45
CountyEllis County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.42906, -96.65866
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic44,580 (2020)
Projected traffic59,450 by 2033
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure10
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 Ml & FR over Draw built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is IH 45 Ml & FR over Draw 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 Ml & FR over Draw carry?

About 44,580 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 Ml & FR over Draw?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 45 Ml & FR over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.