US Bridges

IH 45 over Silverdale Crk

Good

Montgomery County, Texas · 0.30 MI S of S Lp 336 · Structure no. 121700011004203

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
201,083
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 over Silverdale Crk is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 over Silverdale Crk in Montgomery County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 201,083 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 281,516 by 2042. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 344 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesIH 45
CrossesSilverdale Crk
Location0.30 MI S of S Lp 336
RouteInterstate 45
StateTexas
Coordinates30.27549, -95.45671
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width344 ft (104.9 m)
Roadway width246 ft (75 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic201,083 (2023)
Projected traffic281,516 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure14
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 45 over Silverdale Crk built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 45 over Silverdale Crk 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 over Silverdale Crk carry?

About 201,083 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 over Silverdale Crk?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 344 ft wide.

Who owns IH 45 over Silverdale Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.