IH 45 over FM 518
GoodGalveston County, Texas · 2.91 MI NW of FM 646 · Structure no. 120850050004469
- Built
- 2020
- 5 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 357 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 144,300
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 over FM 518 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 over FM 518 in Galveston County, Texas. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 144,300 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 195,000 by 2040. The structure is 357 ft (108.8 m) long and 172 ft wide.
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 over FM 518 built?
It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 over FM 518 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 over FM 518 carry?
About 144,300 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 over FM 518?
The structure is 357 ft (108.8 m) long with a longest span of 145 ft (44.2 m) and a deck 172 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 over FM 518?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.