IH 45 SB over FM 85
FairEllis County, Texas · 2.1 MI S of SH 34 · Structure no. 180710009205335
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- 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 SB over FM 85 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 SB over FM 85 in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 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 52 ft wide.
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 SB over FM 85 built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 SB over FM 85 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 SB over FM 85 carry?
About 23,433 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 SB over FM 85?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 SB over FM 85?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.