SH 356 over Elm Frk of Trinity River
FairDallas County, Texas · 0.8 MI E of Lp 12 · Structure no. 180570009207165
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,500 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,144
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 356 over Elm Frk of Trinity River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 356 over Elm Frk of Trinity River in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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 12,144 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,620 by 2033. The structure is 1,500 ft (457.2 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 356 over Elm Frk of Trinity River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 356 over Elm Frk of Trinity River 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SH 356 over Elm Frk of Trinity River carry?
About 12,144 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SH 356 over Elm Frk of Trinity River?
The structure is 1,500 ft (457.2 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns SH 356 over Elm Frk of Trinity River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.