IH 45 Wfr over Richland Creek Relief
FairNavarro County, Texas · 0.60 MI N of SH 14 · Structure no. 181750009301060
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 41
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 Wfr over Richland Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 Wfr over Richland Creek Relief in Navarro County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 41 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 62 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 33 ft wide.
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 Wfr over Richland Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 Wfr over Richland Creek Relief 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 Wfr over Richland Creek Relief carry?
About 41 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 Wfr over Richland Creek Relief?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 Wfr over Richland Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.