US Bridges

IH 35E SB over Commerce ST

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.5 MI N of IH 30 · Structure no. 180570019603085

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
220 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
94,946
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35E SB over Commerce ST is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35E SB over Commerce ST in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 94,946 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 189,892 by 2040. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 35E SB
CrossesCommerce ST
Location0.5 MI N of IH 30
RouteInterstate 35
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.77712, -96.81215
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating68 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadOther
Structure length220 ft (67.1 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width89 ft (27 m)
Roadway width87 ft (26.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic94,946 (2020)
Projected traffic189,892 by 2040
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$44,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35E SB over Commerce ST built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35E SB over Commerce ST in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35E SB over Commerce ST carry?

About 94,946 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is IH 35E SB over Commerce ST?

The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35E SB over Commerce ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.