IH 45 over Drainage Ditch
GoodHarris County, Texas · 1.70 MI SE of SH 3 · Structure no. 121020050003022
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 179,131
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 over Drainage Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 77 years old, older 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 179,131 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 250,783 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is IH 45 over Drainage Ditch 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 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 179,131 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns IH 45 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.