IH 45SB-BW8EB Conn over IH 45 & Bw 8
GoodHarris County, Texas · 1.80 MI NW of FM 1959 · Structure no. 121020050003346
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 3,926 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,596
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45SB-BW8EB Conn over IH 45 & Bw 8 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45SB-BW8EB Conn over IH 45 & Bw 8 in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 5,596 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,170 by 2033. The structure is 3,926 ft (1,196.6 m) long and 29 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45SB-BW8EB Conn over IH 45 & Bw 8 built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45SB-BW8EB Conn over IH 45 & Bw 8 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 45SB-BW8EB Conn over IH 45 & Bw 8 carry?
About 5,596 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is IH 45SB-BW8EB Conn over IH 45 & Bw 8?
The structure is 3,926 ft (1,196.6 m) long with a longest span of 246 ft (75 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45SB-BW8EB Conn over IH 45 & Bw 8?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.