Fulghum RD over IH 45
FairDallas County, Texas · 3.50 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 180570009202341
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 480 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,359
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Fulghum RD over IH 45 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Fulghum 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 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 7,359 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,300 by 2035. The structure is 480 ft (146.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fulghum RD over IH 45 built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fulghum RD over IH 45 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 Fulghum RD over IH 45 carry?
About 7,359 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Fulghum RD over IH 45?
The structure is 480 ft (146.3 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Fulghum RD over IH 45?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.