US Bridges

IH 35E SB over Reunion Blvd

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.35 MI N of IH 30 · Structure no. 180570019603086

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
155 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
113,538
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35E SB over Reunion Blvd is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35E SB over Reunion Blvd in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 68 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 5 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 113,538 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 157,460 by 2033. The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 35E SB
CrossesReunion Blvd
Location0.35 MI N of IH 30
RouteInterstate 35
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.77501, -96.81179
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length155 ft (47.2 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.8 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic113,538 (2023)
Projected traffic157,460 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35E SB over Reunion Blvd built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is IH 35E SB over Reunion Blvd 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does IH 35E SB over Reunion Blvd carry?

About 113,538 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is IH 35E SB over Reunion Blvd?

The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35E SB over Reunion Blvd?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.