IH 45 Sbml over Grove Creek
GoodEllis County, Texas · 2.4 MI N of FM 879 · Structure no. 180710009204272
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 605 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,603
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 Sbml over Grove Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 Sbml over Grove Creek in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 26,603 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,720 by 2033. The structure is 605 ft (184.4 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 Sbml over Grove Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 Sbml over Grove Creek 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 Sbml over Grove Creek carry?
About 26,603 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 Sbml over Grove Creek?
The structure is 605 ft (184.4 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 Sbml over Grove Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.