US Bridges

Cullen Blvd Ent Lp over Cullen Blvd; IH45 Nbfr

Good

Harris County, Texas · Cullen Blvd at IH 69NB DC · Structure no. 121020050003450

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
801 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,000
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cullen Blvd Ent Lp over Cullen Blvd; IH45 Nbfr is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Cullen Blvd Ent Lp over Cullen Blvd; IH45 Nbfr in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,600 by 2036. The structure is 801 ft (244.1 m) long and 32 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesCullen Blvd Ent Lp
CrossesCullen Blvd; IH45 Nbfr
LocationCullen Blvd at IH 69NB DC
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.73165, -95.34062
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+5 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length801 ft (244.1 m)
Longest span146 ft (44.5 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,000 (2020)
Projected traffic15,600 by 2036
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Cullen Blvd Ent Lp over Cullen Blvd; IH45 Nbfr built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cullen Blvd Ent Lp over Cullen Blvd; IH45 Nbfr 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Cullen Blvd Ent Lp over Cullen Blvd; IH45 Nbfr carry?

About 12,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Cullen Blvd Ent Lp over Cullen Blvd; IH45 Nbfr?

The structure is 801 ft (244.1 m) long with a longest span of 146 ft (44.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Cullen Blvd Ent Lp over Cullen Blvd; IH45 Nbfr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.