US Bridges

IH 45 Wfr over Robinson Creek

Fair

Walker County, Texas · 1.2 MI SE of SH 30 · Structure no. 172360067507010

Built
1959
66 years old, rebuilt 2009
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,793
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 Wfr over Robinson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 45 Wfr over Robinson Creek in Walker County, Texas. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 2009, 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 10,793 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,167 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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CarriesIH 45 Wfr
CrossesRobinson Creek
Location1.2 MI SE of SH 30
CountyWalker County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.70303, -95.56014
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic10,793 (2019)
Projected traffic13,167 by 2039
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 Wfr over Robinson Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.

What condition is IH 45 Wfr over Robinson 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does IH 45 Wfr over Robinson Creek carry?

About 10,793 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 Wfr over Robinson Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 45 Wfr over Robinson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.