US Bridges

SH 342 over UP RR

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.10 MI S of Beltline RD · Structure no. 180570004801160

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
253 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,685
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 342 over UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 342 over UP RR in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 6 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 7,685 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,600 by 2036. The structure is 253 ft (77.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 342
CrossesUP RR
Location0.10 MI S of Beltline RD
RouteState Highway 342
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.58423, -96.75649
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length253 ft (77.1 m)
Longest span121 ft (36.9 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,685 (2020)
Projected traffic7,600 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 342 over UP RR built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 342 over UP RR 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does SH 342 over UP RR carry?

About 7,685 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SH 342 over UP RR?

The structure is 253 ft (77.1 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (36.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns SH 342 over UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.