US Bridges

IH 45 E Frtg RD over Long Branch Creek

Good

Navarro County, Texas · 1.0 MI S of SH 14 · Structure no. 181750016601063

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
103
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 E Frtg RD over Long Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 E Frtg RD over Long Branch Creek in Navarro County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older 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 103 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 140 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 45 E Frtg RD
CrossesLong Branch Creek
Location1.0 MI S of SH 14
RouteInterstate 45
StateTexas
Coordinates31.9219, -96.411
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic103 (2020)
Projected traffic140 by 2033
Trucks33%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 E Frtg RD over Long Branch Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 45 E Frtg RD over Long Branch Creek 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does IH 45 E Frtg RD over Long Branch Creek carry?

About 103 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 E Frtg RD over Long Branch Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 45 E Frtg RD over Long Branch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.