US Bridges

IH 45 Nbml over Red Oak Creek Relief #3

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 1.6 MI N of FM 813 · Structure no. 180710009204277

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
130 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,847
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 Nbml over Red Oak Creek Relief #3 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 Nbml over Red Oak Creek Relief #3 in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 20,847 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,700 by 2033. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 45 Nbml
CrossesRed Oak Creek Relief #3
Location1.6 MI N of FM 813
RouteInterstate 45
CountyEllis County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.45665, -96.6633
Functional classRural 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,847 (2019)
Projected traffic27,700 by 2033
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 45 Nbml over Red Oak Creek Relief #3 built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 45 Nbml over Red Oak Creek Relief #3 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 Nbml over Red Oak Creek Relief #3 carry?

About 20,847 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 Nbml over Red Oak Creek Relief #3?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns IH 45 Nbml over Red Oak Creek Relief #3?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.