IH 45 SB over Spur 342
GoodGalveston County, Texas · 1.50 MI E of FM 188 · Structure no. 120850050001194
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 330 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,490
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 SB over Spur 342 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 SB over Spur 342 in Galveston County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 14,490 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,290 by 2033. The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long and 58 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 SB over Spur 342 built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 SB over Spur 342 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 August 2022.
How much traffic does IH 45 SB over Spur 342 carry?
About 14,490 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 SB over Spur 342?
The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 SB over Spur 342?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.