IH 45 SB over FM 517
GoodGalveston County, Texas · 1.4 MI SE of FM 646 · Structure no. 120850050004359
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 274 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35,919
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 SB over FM 517 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 SB over FM 517 in Galveston County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger 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 35,919 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,870 by 2033. The structure is 274 ft (83.5 m) long and 60 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 FM 517 built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 SB over FM 517 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 FM 517 carry?
About 35,919 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 SB over FM 517?
The structure is 274 ft (83.5 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 SB over FM 517?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.