IH 45 SB Off Ramp over Trinity River Branch
FairDallas County, Texas · 1.0 MI N of Illinois St. · Structure no. 180570009214220
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 699 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 86,329
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 45 SB Off Ramp over Trinity River Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 45 SB Off Ramp over Trinity River Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 86,329 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,398 by 2042. The structure is 699 ft (213.1 m) long and 27 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 45 SB Off Ramp over Trinity River Branch built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 45 SB Off Ramp over Trinity River Branch 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does IH 45 SB Off Ramp over Trinity River Branch carry?
About 86,329 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is IH 45 SB Off Ramp over Trinity River Branch?
The structure is 699 ft (213.1 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns IH 45 SB Off Ramp over Trinity River Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.