FM 879 / Garret RD over IH 45
GoodEllis County, Texas · IH 45 at FM 879 · Structure no. 180710009204268
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 330 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 52,671
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 879 / Garret RD over IH 45 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 879 / Garret RD over IH 45 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 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 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,800 by 2031. The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long and 43 ft wide.
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 879 / Garret RD over IH 45 built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 879 / Garret RD over IH 45 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 FM 879 / Garret RD over IH 45 carry?
About 52,671 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 879 / Garret RD over IH 45?
The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns FM 879 / Garret RD over IH 45?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.