US Bridges

IH 45 Hov over Louisiana ST Ent Ramp G

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.10 MI E of IH 45 · Structure no. 121020050003303

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
249 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,430
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 Hov over Louisiana ST Ent Ramp G is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 Hov over Louisiana ST Ent Ramp G in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 18,430 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,810 by 2033. The structure is 249 ft (75.9 m) long and 23 ft wide.

CarriesIH 45 Hov
CrossesLouisiana ST Ent Ramp G
Location0.10 MI E of IH 45
RouteInterstate 45
StateTexas
Coordinates29.76886, -95.36399
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length249 ft (75.9 m)
Longest span99 ft (30.2 m)
Deck width23 ft (6.9 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,430 (2013)
Projected traffic25,810 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 45 Hov over Louisiana ST Ent Ramp G built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 45 Hov over Louisiana ST Ent Ramp G 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 Hov over Louisiana ST Ent Ramp G carry?

About 18,430 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 Hov over Louisiana ST Ent Ramp G?

The structure is 249 ft (75.9 m) long with a longest span of 99 ft (30.2 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns IH 45 Hov over Louisiana ST Ent Ramp G?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.