SP 5 NB Exit over IH 45 Nbfr & Scott ST
FairHarris County, Texas · 1.10 MI S of US 59 · Structure no. 121020050003270
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 425 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,017
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SP 5 NB Exit over IH 45 Nbfr & Scott ST is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SP 5 NB Exit over IH 45 Nbfr & Scott ST in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 5,017 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,680 by 2031. The structure is 425 ft (129.5 m) long and 26 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SP 5 NB Exit over IH 45 Nbfr & Scott ST built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is SP 5 NB Exit over IH 45 Nbfr & Scott ST 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SP 5 NB Exit over IH 45 Nbfr & Scott ST carry?
About 5,017 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SP 5 NB Exit over IH 45 Nbfr & Scott ST?
The structure is 425 ft (129.5 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns SP 5 NB Exit over IH 45 Nbfr & Scott ST?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.