IH 45 NB over FM 85
GoodEllis County, Texas · 2.1 MI S of SH 34 · Structure no. 180710009205334
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 23,433
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 NB over FM 85 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 NB over FM 85 in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 23,433 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,390 by 2033. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 54 ft wide.
Location
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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 IH 45 NB over FM 85 built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 NB over FM 85 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 NB over FM 85 carry?
About 23,433 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 NB over FM 85?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 NB over FM 85?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.