IH 45 Ml & Efr over Elm Creek
FairNavarro County, Texas · 1.70 MI NW of FM 246 · Structure no. 181750016601073
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34,143
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 Ml & Efr over Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 Ml & Efr over Elm 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 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 34,143 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,640 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 Ml & Efr over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 Ml & Efr over Elm Creek 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does IH 45 Ml & Efr over Elm Creek carry?
About 34,143 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 Ml & Efr over Elm Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns IH 45 Ml & Efr over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.