IH 45 SB over Keechi Creek
GoodFreestone County, Texas · 4.8 MI S of US 84 · Structure no. 170820067502165
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,810
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 SB over Keechi Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 SB over Keechi Creek in Freestone County, Texas. It was built in 1970, 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 18,810 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,720 by 2042. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 SB over Keechi Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 SB over Keechi 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 SB over Keechi Creek carry?
About 18,810 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 SB over Keechi Creek?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 SB over Keechi Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.