IH 45 NB & Hov over Sims Bayou

Fair Condition34 years old127,295 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyHarris
Location1.5 Mi SE Of IH 610
CarriesIH 45 NB & Hov
CrossesSims Bayou
Coordinates29.68056, -95.27253

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
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 Width96.5 ft (29.4 m)
Deck Area3225.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1992

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic127,295 (2023)
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 Number121020050003296

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