IH 45 Sbml & Hov over Spur 261
GoodHarris County, Texas · 1.6 MI S of SH 249 · Structure no. 121020050003304
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 180 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 107,770
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 Sbml & Hov over Spur 261 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 Sbml & Hov over Spur 261 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 107,770 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 150,878 by 2042. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 100 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 IH 45 Sbml & Hov over Spur 261 built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 Sbml & Hov over Spur 261 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does IH 45 Sbml & Hov over Spur 261 carry?
About 107,770 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 Sbml & Hov over Spur 261?
The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 Sbml & Hov over Spur 261?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.