IH 45 over Dixon Branch
FairHarris County, Texas · 2.00 MI N of IH 610 · Structure no. 121020050003039
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1959
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 244,789
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 over Dixon Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 over Dixon Branch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1959, so it is 76 years old, older 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 244,789 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 342,705 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 200 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 over Dixon Branch built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1959.
What condition is IH 45 over Dixon Branch 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 2024.
How much traffic does IH 45 over Dixon Branch carry?
About 244,789 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 over Dixon Branch?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 200 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 over Dixon Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.