US Bridges

SH 45 WB Ml over Mcneil Rd; Uprr; Drain

Good

Williamson County, Texas · 2.30 MI E of RM 620 · Structure no. 142460068306135

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
2,240 ft
19 main spans
Daily traffic
21,350
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 45 WB Ml over Mcneil Rd; Uprr; Drain is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 45 WB Ml over Mcneil Rd; Uprr; Drain in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 21,350 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,470 by 2033. The structure is 2,240 ft (682.8 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 45 WB Ml
CrossesMcneil Rd; Uprr; Drain
Location2.30 MI E of RM 620
StateTexas
Coordinates30.4771, -97.70499
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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, precast panels
Main spans19 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length2,240 ft (682.8 m)
Longest span124 ft (37.8 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.8 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deck16 ft (5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,350 (2013)
Projected traffic27,470 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

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 SH 45 WB Ml over Mcneil Rd; Uprr; Drain built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 45 WB Ml over Mcneil Rd; Uprr; Drain 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does SH 45 WB Ml over Mcneil Rd; Uprr; Drain carry?

About 21,350 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SH 45 WB Ml over Mcneil Rd; Uprr; Drain?

The structure is 2,240 ft (682.8 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.8 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns SH 45 WB Ml over Mcneil Rd; Uprr; Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.