IH 45 over Crabb Creek
GoodWalker County, Texas · 0.75 MI SE of FM 1696 · Structure no. 172360067506055
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34,771
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 over Crabb Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 over Crabb Creek in Walker County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 34,771 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 65,542 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 over Crabb Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 over Crabb 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does IH 45 over Crabb Creek carry?
About 34,771 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 over Crabb Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns IH 45 over Crabb Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.