Mars RD over IH 45
GoodDallas County, Texas · 7.10 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 180570009202337
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 420 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 940
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mars RD over IH 45 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mars RD over IH 45 in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 940 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,492 by 2035. The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mars RD over IH 45 built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mars RD over IH 45 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does Mars RD over IH 45 carry?
About 940 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Mars RD over IH 45?
The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Mars RD over IH 45?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.