IH 35E NB over Empire Central DR
FairDallas County, Texas · 6.0 MI NW of Spur 366 · Structure no. 180570019603118
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 123 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 58,027
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35E NB over Empire Central DR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35E NB over Empire Central DR in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 58,027 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 94,180 by 2033. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 57 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 35E NB over Empire Central DR built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 35E NB over Empire Central DR 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does IH 35E NB over Empire Central DR carry?
About 58,027 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is IH 35E NB over Empire Central DR?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns IH 35E NB over Empire Central DR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.