US Bridges

SH 183 over Loop 12

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.65 Miles West of IH 35 · Structure no. 180570009403345

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
233 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
54,920
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 183 over Loop 12 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 183 over Loop 12 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 54,920 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,100 by 2025. The structure is 233 ft (71 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 183
CrossesLoop 12
Location0.65 Miles West of IH 35
RouteState Highway 183
StateTexas
Coordinates32.8371, -96.91472
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.
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 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 spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length233 ft (71 m)
Longest span132 ft (40.2 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.8 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic54,920 (2013)
Projected traffic15,100 by 2025
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll 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 over Loop 12 built?

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

What condition is SH 183 over Loop 12 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 over Loop 12 carry?

About 54,920 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SH 183 over Loop 12?

The structure is 233 ft (71 m) long with a longest span of 132 ft (40.2 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns SH 183 over Loop 12?

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