IH 45 over Belt Line RD
FairDallas County, Texas · 6.05 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 180570009202338
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 67,403
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 over Belt Line RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 over Belt Line RD 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 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 67,403 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,750 by 2035. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 122 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 over Belt Line RD built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 over Belt Line 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does IH 45 over Belt Line RD carry?
About 67,403 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 over Belt Line RD?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 122 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 over Belt Line RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.