IH 45 SB over Galveston Bay

Fair Condition19 years old384 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyGalveston
Location3.70 Mi SE Of SH 6
CarriesIH 45 SB
CrossesGalveston Bay
Coordinates29.29722, -94.88940

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignSegmental Box Girder
Total Length8591.9 ft (2618.8 m)
Max Span350.1 ft (106.7 m)
Deck Width74.1 ft (22.6 m)
Deck Area59184.9 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built2007

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic384 (2024)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number120850050001374

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