US Bridges

IH 45 over Briar Creek Branch

Fair

Navarro County, Texas · 1.70 MI N of Bs 31 · Structure no. 181750009206174

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
43,537
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 over Briar Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 over Briar Creek Branch in Navarro County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older 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 43,537 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,952 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 45
CrossesBriar Creek Branch
Location1.70 MI N of Bs 31
RouteInterstate 45
CountyNavarro County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.12271, -96.44875
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic43,537 (2022)
Projected traffic60,952 by 2042
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure6
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 45 over Briar Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 45 over Briar Creek Branch 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does IH 45 over Briar Creek Branch carry?

About 43,537 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 over Briar Creek Branch?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns IH 45 over Briar Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.