US Bridges

IH 45 NB over Little Caney Creek

Good

Walker County, Texas · 1.35 MI S of FM 1375 · Structure no. 172360067507246

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
210 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25,419
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 45 NB over Little Caney Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 NB over Little Caney Creek in Walker County, Texas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 years old, younger 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 25,419 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,586 by 2039. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 45 NB
CrossesLittle Caney Creek
Location1.35 MI S of FM 1375
RouteInterstate 45
StateTexas
Coordinates30.51592, -95.49089
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.1 m)
Roadway width72 ft (21.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,419 (2019)
Projected traffic35,586 by 2039
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 45 NB over Little Caney Creek built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 45 NB over Little Caney 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 NB over Little Caney Creek carry?

About 25,419 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is IH 45 NB over Little Caney Creek?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns IH 45 NB over Little Caney Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.