IH 45 Mls & Frs over Clear Crk Trib
GoodGalveston County, Texas · 0.15 MI SE of FM 518 · Structure no. 120850050004470
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old, rebuilt 2020
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 171,700
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 Mls & Frs over Clear Crk Trib is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 Mls & Frs over Clear Crk Trib in Galveston County, Texas. It was built in 1998 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 27 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 171,700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 232,200 by 2040. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 155 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 Mls & Frs over Clear Crk Trib built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.
What condition is IH 45 Mls & Frs over Clear Crk Trib 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 2024.
How much traffic does IH 45 Mls & Frs over Clear Crk Trib carry?
About 171,700 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 Mls & Frs over Clear Crk Trib?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 155 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 Mls & Frs over Clear Crk Trib?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.