US Bridges

IH 30 WB over Hunnicut RD

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 1.8 MI W of Lp 12 · Structure no. 180570000911480

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
118 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
81,453
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 30 WB over Hunnicut RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 30 WB over Hunnicut RD in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 81,453 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 110,060 by 2030. The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesIH 30 WB
CrossesHunnicut RD
Location1.8 MI W of Lp 12
RouteInterstate 30
StateTexas
Coordinates32.79437, -96.71208
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length118 ft (36 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width69 ft (21 m)
Roadway width61 ft (18.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic81,453 (2019)
Projected traffic110,060 by 2030
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 30 WB over Hunnicut RD built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 30 WB over Hunnicut RD in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does IH 30 WB over Hunnicut RD carry?

About 81,453 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is IH 30 WB over Hunnicut RD?

The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.

Who owns IH 30 WB over Hunnicut RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.