US Bridges

IH 45 over Waterway

Good

Montgomery County, Texas · 12.9 MI N of SH 105 · Structure no. 121700067508240

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
65,280
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 over Waterway is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 over Waterway in Montgomery County, Texas. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 65,280 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 71,590 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 45
CrossesWaterway
Location12.9 MI N of SH 105
RouteInterstate 45
StateTexas
Coordinates30.50002, -95.49214
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic65,280 (2023)
Projected traffic71,590 by 2033
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure10
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 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 Waterway built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 45 over Waterway 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 Waterway carry?

About 65,280 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 over Waterway?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 45 over Waterway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.