US Bridges

IH 45 NB over Bedias Creek Relief

Good

Madison County, Texas · 2.8 MI SE of SP 67 · Structure no. 171540067505088

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
760 ft
19 main spans
Daily traffic
18,807
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 NB over Bedias Creek Relief is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 NB over Bedias Creek Relief in Madison County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 61 years old, older 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 18,807 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,330 by 2039. The structure is 760 ft (231.6 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 45 NB
CrossesBedias Creek Relief
Location2.8 MI SE of SP 67
RouteInterstate 45
StateTexas
Coordinates30.89181, -95.77502
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.1 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans19
Design loadHS 20
Structure length760 ft (231.6 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,807 (2019)
Projected traffic26,330 by 2039
Trucks39%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 45 NB over Bedias Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is IH 45 NB over Bedias Creek Relief 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does IH 45 NB over Bedias Creek Relief carry?

About 18,807 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 NB over Bedias Creek Relief?

The structure is 760 ft (231.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns IH 45 NB over Bedias Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.