US Bridges

SH 183 Ebfr over BNSF RR

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 1.35 MI W of Lp 12 · Structure no. 180570009403339

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
188 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,450
2000 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 183 Ebfr over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 183 Ebfr over BNSF RR in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 20,450 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,700 by 2029. The structure is 188 ft (57.2 m) long and 48 ft wide.

CarriesSH 183 Ebfr
CrossesBNSF RR
Location1.35 MI W of Lp 12
RouteState Highway 183
StateTexas
Coordinates32.83688, -96.9388
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be 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 spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length188 ft (57.2 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.7 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,450 (2000)
Projected traffic32,700 by 2029
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Ebfr over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 183 Ebfr 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 2022.

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

About 20,450 vehicles per day (2000 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SH 183 Ebfr over BNSF RR?

The structure is 188 ft (57.2 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.7 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns SH 183 Ebfr over BNSF RR?

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