US Bridges

IH 45 Wfr over Carolina Creek Tributary

Good

Freestone County, Texas · 2.2 MI S of FM 489 · Structure no. 170820067502154

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 2002
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
570
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 Wfr over Carolina Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 Wfr over Carolina Creek Tributary in Freestone County, Texas. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 55 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 570 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 790 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesIH 45 Wfr
CrossesCarolina Creek Tributary
Location2.2 MI S of FM 489
RouteInterstate 45
StateTexas
Coordinates31.55635, -96.13454
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic570 (2013)
Projected traffic790 by 2033
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 45 Wfr over Carolina Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.

What condition is IH 45 Wfr over Carolina Creek Tributary 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 Wfr over Carolina Creek Tributary carry?

About 570 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 Wfr over Carolina Creek Tributary?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 45 Wfr over Carolina Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.