IH 45 SB over Gulf Bank RD
FairHarris County, Texas · 6.0 MI N of IH 610 · Structure no. 121020011006106
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 270 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 123,407
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 SB over Gulf Bank RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 SB over Gulf Bank RD in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 123,407 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 172,770 by 2040. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 77 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 SB over Gulf Bank RD built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 SB over Gulf Bank RD in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2022.
How much traffic does IH 45 SB over Gulf Bank RD carry?
About 123,407 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 SB over Gulf Bank RD?
The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 77 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 SB over Gulf Bank RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.