IH 45 Ml & Nbfr over Draw
FairEllis County, Texas · 0.5 MI NW of FM 1183 · Structure no. 180710009205158
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 58,710
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 Ml & Nbfr over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 Ml & Nbfr over Draw in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 65 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 58,710 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 66,050 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 Ml & Nbfr over Draw built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is IH 45 Ml & Nbfr 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does IH 45 Ml & Nbfr over Draw carry?
About 58,710 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 Ml & Nbfr over Draw?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns IH 45 Ml & Nbfr over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.