US Bridges

SH 183 Ebml over BNSF RR

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 1.3 MI E of SH 12 · Structure no. 180570009403337

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
186 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
84,200
2000 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 183 Ebml over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 183 Ebml over BNSF RR in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 84,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 134,800 by 2029. The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long and 111 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 183 Ebml
CrossesBNSF RR
Location1.3 MI E of SH 12
RouteState Highway 183
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.83705, -96.93869
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+1 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length186 ft (56.7 m)
Longest span119 ft (36.3 m)
Deck width111 ft (33.8 m)
Roadway width106 ft (32.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic84,200 (2000)
Projected traffic134,800 by 2029
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Ebml over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 183 Ebml over BNSF RR 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SH 183 Ebml over BNSF RR carry?

About 84,200 vehicles per day (2000 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SH 183 Ebml over BNSF RR?

The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.3 m) and a deck 111 ft wide.

Who owns SH 183 Ebml over BNSF RR?

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