IH 45 SB over Bliss Creek and Xover
FairLeon County, Texas · 3.35 MI S of US 79 · Structure no. 171450067503151
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 300 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,133
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 SB over Bliss Creek and Xover is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 SB over Bliss Creek and Xover in Leon County, Texas. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 1987, 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 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,250 by 2033. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 40 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 SB over Bliss Creek and Xover built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is IH 45 SB over Bliss Creek and Xover 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 Bliss Creek and Xover carry?
About 17,133 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 SB over Bliss Creek and Xover?
The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 SB over Bliss Creek and Xover?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.