US Bridges

SH 183 WB over Elm Frk Trinity Ri & RR

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.8 MI SE of SH 114 · Structure no. 180570009407321

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
3,209 ft
20 main spans
Daily traffic
68,300
2000 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 183 WB over Elm Frk Trinity Ri & RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 183 WB over Elm Frk Trinity Ri & RR 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 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 68,300 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 109,300 by 2029. The structure is 3,209 ft (978.1 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesSH 183 WB
CrossesElm Frk Trinity Ri & RR
Location0.8 MI SE of SH 114
RouteState Highway 183
StateTexas
Coordinates32.83096, -96.8905
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans20 (+7 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length3,209 ft (978.1 m)
Longest span150 ft (45.7 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.5 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic68,300 (2000)
Projected traffic109,300 by 2029
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
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 over Elm Frk Trinity Ri & RR built?

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

What condition is SH 183 WB over Elm Frk Trinity Ri & 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 WB over Elm Frk Trinity Ri & RR carry?

About 68,300 vehicles per day (2000 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SH 183 WB over Elm Frk Trinity Ri & RR?

The structure is 3,209 ft (978.1 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns SH 183 WB over Elm Frk Trinity Ri & RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.