US Bridges

SH 183 WB Off-Ramp over Loop 12 SB to SH 183 WB

Good

Dallas County, Texas · Loop 12 SB to 183 WB Ramp · Structure no. 180570009403325

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
128 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,300
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 183 WB Off-Ramp over Loop 12 SB to SH 183 WB is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 183 WB Off-Ramp over Loop 12 SB to SH 183 WB in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,300 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,450 by 2041. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 183 WB Off-Ramp
CrossesLoop 12 SB to SH 183 WB
LocationLoop 12 SB to 183 WB Ramp
RouteState Highway 183
StateTexas
Coordinates32.83756, -96.91716
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length128 ft (39 m)
Longest span128 ft (39 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck16 ft (5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,300 (2021)
Projected traffic9,450 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byPrivate (other than railroad)
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 183 WB Off-Ramp over Loop 12 SB to SH 183 WB built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 183 WB Off-Ramp over Loop 12 SB to SH 183 WB 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SH 183 WB Off-Ramp over Loop 12 SB to SH 183 WB carry?

About 6,300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SH 183 WB Off-Ramp over Loop 12 SB to SH 183 WB?

The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 128 ft (39 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns SH 183 WB Off-Ramp over Loop 12 SB to SH 183 WB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).