IH 45 Ml & Wfr over Drainage Ditch
FairNavarro County, Texas · 3.45 MI S of Bs 31 · Structure no. 181750009301056
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 2019
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40,076
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 Ml & Wfr over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 Ml & Wfr over Drainage Ditch in Navarro County, Texas. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 67 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 5 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 40,076 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,095 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 Ml & Wfr over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.
What condition is IH 45 Ml & Wfr over Drainage Ditch 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 Ml & Wfr over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 40,076 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 Ml & Wfr over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns IH 45 Ml & Wfr over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.