IH 45 over Draw
FairMontgomery County, Texas · 2.05 MI N of FM 1488 · Structure no. 121700011004204
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 170,125
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 over Draw 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 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 170,125 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,446 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 over Draw built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 over Draw 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does IH 45 over Draw carry?
About 170,125 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 over Draw?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns IH 45 over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.