IH 45 NB over FM 80
FairFreestone County, Texas · 1.80 MI SE of FM 246 · Structure no. 170820067501136
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 228 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 166
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 NB over FM 80 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 NB over FM 80 in Freestone County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 166 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,680 by 2042. The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 | 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 80 built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 NB over FM 80 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does IH 45 NB over FM 80 carry?
About 166 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 NB over FM 80?
The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 NB over FM 80?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.