US Bridges

Irving Blvd/Sh 356 over Regal Row

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 1.20 MI E of Lp 12 · Structure no. 180570009207166

Built
1963
62 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
163 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
22,259
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Irving Blvd/Sh 356 over Regal Row is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Irving Blvd/Sh 356 over Regal Row in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1980, 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 22,259 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,790 by 2027. The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long and 77 ft wide.

CarriesIrving Blvd/Sh 356
CrossesRegal Row
Location1.20 MI E of Lp 12
RouteState Highway 356
StateTexas
Coordinates32.80845, -96.90063
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length163 ft (49.7 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width77 ft (23.6 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,259 (2020)
Projected traffic34,790 by 2027
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Irving Blvd/Sh 356 over Regal Row built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is Irving Blvd/Sh 356 over Regal Row 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 Irving Blvd/Sh 356 over Regal Row carry?

About 22,259 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Irving Blvd/Sh 356 over Regal Row?

The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 77 ft wide.

Who owns Irving Blvd/Sh 356 over Regal Row?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.