IH 45 SB & Hov over Airtex DR
GoodHarris County, Texas · 2.93 MI N JCT BW8 & IH45 · Structure no. 121020011005145
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 260 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 125,188
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 SB & Hov over Airtex DR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 SB & Hov over Airtex DR in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 125,188 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 175,263 by 2041. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 106 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 SB & Hov over Airtex DR built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 SB & Hov over Airtex DR 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 September 2022.
How much traffic does IH 45 SB & Hov over Airtex DR carry?
About 125,188 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 SB & Hov over Airtex DR?
The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 106 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 SB & Hov over Airtex DR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.