US Bridges

IH 45 Hov Lane over SH 242

Good

Montgomery County, Texas · 2.1 MI S of FM 1488 · Structure no. 121700011004191

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
350 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
15,830
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 Hov Lane over SH 242 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 Hov Lane over SH 242 in Montgomery County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 15,830 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,160 by 2033. The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 45 Hov Lane
CrossesSH 242
Location2.1 MI S of FM 1488
RouteInterstate 45
CountyMontgomery County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.2074, -95.45614
Functional classUrban 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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length350 ft (106.7 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,830 (2013)
Projected traffic22,160 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$180,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 45 Hov Lane over SH 242 built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 45 Hov Lane 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 2022.

How much traffic does IH 45 Hov Lane over SH 242 carry?

About 15,830 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 Hov Lane 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 22 ft wide.

Who owns IH 45 Hov Lane over SH 242?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.