IH 45 NB over Dry Creek
GoodFreestone County, Texas · 0.40 MI NW of FM 833 · Structure no. 170820067501180
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,305
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 NB over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 NB over Dry Creek in Freestone County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older 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 18,305 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,824 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 NB over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 NB over Dry Creek 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does IH 45 NB over Dry Creek carry?
About 18,305 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 NB over Dry Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns IH 45 NB over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.