IH 45 NB over SH 242
GoodMontgomery County, Texas · 2.1 MI S of FM 1488 · Structure no. 121700011004134
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 350 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 170,688
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 NB over SH 242 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 NB over SH 242 in Montgomery County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 170,688 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 238,963 by 2042. The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 45 NB over SH 242 built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 NB over SH 242 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does IH 45 NB over SH 242 carry?
About 170,688 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 NB over SH 242?
The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 NB over SH 242?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.