IH 45 SB Fr over Sims Bayou

Good Condition32 years old11,781 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyHarris
Location1.5 Mi SE Of IH 610
CarriesIH 45 SB Fr
CrossesSims Bayou
Coordinates29.68028, -95.27291

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length359.9 ft (109.7 m)
Max Span117.1 ft (35.7 m)
Deck Width43.3 ft (13.2 m)
Deck Area1448.0 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1994

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic11,781 (2023)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number121020050003294

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