US Bridges

IH 35E NB over SP 482 (storey Ln)

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 2.7 MI NW of Mockingbird · Structure no. 180570019603147

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
251 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
20,537
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35E NB over SP 482 (storey Ln) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35E NB over SP 482 (storey Ln) in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 20,537 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 90,080 by 2033. The structure is 251 ft (76.5 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 35E NB
CrossesSP 482 (storey Ln)
Location2.7 MI NW of Mockingbird
RouteInterstate 35
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.85416, -96.88537
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length251 ft (76.5 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.6 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,537 (2014)
Projected traffic90,080 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 NB over SP 482 (storey Ln) built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35E NB over SP 482 (storey Ln) 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 SP 482 (storey Ln) carry?

About 20,537 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is IH 35E NB over SP 482 (storey Ln)?

The structure is 251 ft (76.5 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35E NB over SP 482 (storey Ln)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.