IH 45 over Dowdy Ferry RD
GoodDallas County, Texas · 1.50 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 180570009202343
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 86,908
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 over Dowdy Ferry RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 over Dowdy Ferry 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 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 86,908 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 76,030 by 2035. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 122 ft wide.
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 IH 45 over Dowdy Ferry RD built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 over Dowdy Ferry RD 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 IH 45 over Dowdy Ferry RD carry?
About 86,908 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 over Dowdy Ferry 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 Dowdy Ferry RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.