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Harris County, TX · Structure #121020011006109

IH 45 NB & HOV

IH 45 NB & HOV in 2.0 MI N Of Spur 261, Harris County, Texas received a condition grade of B (78/100). Built in 1989, the bridge carries 126K vehicles daily on IH 45 NB & HOV over Sh 249.

B
78/100
78
Condition Score
126K
Daily Traffic
1989
Year Built
82.3m
Length

Component Ratings

DeckFair
6/9

The riding surface — evaluated for cracking, spalling, and wear

SuperstructureGood
8/9

Beams, girders, and trusses that support the deck

SubstructureGood
7/9

Piers, abutments, and foundations below the deck

Bridge Details

Road
IH 45 NB & HOV
Crosses Over
Sh 249
State
Texas
County
Harris County
Location
2.0 MI N Of Spur 261
Year Built
1989
Age
37 years
Daily Traffic
126,410
Lanes
6
Length
82.3 meters
Owner
State Highway Agency
Structure Number
121020011006109

About This Bridge

IH 45 NB & HOV is a 37-year-old bridge located 2.0 MI N Of Spur 261 in Harris County, Texas. The bridge carries IH 45 NB & HOV over Sh 249 with 6 traffic lanes, handling approximately 126K vehicles per day. Built in 1989, the structure spans 82.3 meters.

The bridge received a Condition Grade of B (78/100) based on Federal Highway Administration inspection data. Its deck is rated 6/9 (fair), superstructure 8/9 (good), and substructure 7/9 (good).

This bridge is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

Location Map

2.0 MI N Of Spur 261, Harris County, Texas

29.898300, -95.412144

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Frequently Asked Questions

IH 45 NB & HOV has a Condition Score of 78/100 (Grade B). Its deck is rated 6/9, superstructure 8/9, and substructure 7/9 on the NBI scale. The bridge is not classified as structurally deficient.

IH 45 NB & HOV was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The average bridge age in the United States is 48 years.

IH 45 NB & HOV carries approximately 126K vehicles per day (average daily traffic). The bridge has 6 traffic lanes. It is 82.3 meters long and located on IH 45 NB & HOV in 2.0 MI N Of Spur 261, Harris County, Texas.

No, IH 45 NB & HOV is not classified as structurally deficient. All three primary components (deck, superstructure, and substructure) are rated above 4 on the 0-9 NBI scale.

IH 45 NB & HOV is located 2.0 MI N Of Spur 261 in Harris County, Texas. The bridge carries IH 45 NB & HOV over Sh 249. Its coordinates are 29.898300, -95.412144. It is maintained by State Highway Agency.

IH 45 NB & HOV carries IH 45 NB & HOV over Sh 249. The bridge is 82.3 meters long and was built in 1989.

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Condition Score is calculated from deck (33%), superstructure (33%), and substructure (34%) NBI ratings with an age penalty for bridges over 50 years.