IH 45 SB over US 79
FairLeon County, Texas · 0.95 MI W of SH 75 · Structure no. 171450067503144
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 180 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,133
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 SB over US 79 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 SB over US 79 in Leon County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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 17,133 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,540 by 2033. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 | 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 45 SB over US 79 built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 SB over US 79 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does IH 45 SB over US 79 carry?
About 17,133 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 SB over US 79?
The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 SB over US 79?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.