US Bridges

Belt Line Road over BNSF RR

Good

Dallas County, Texas · IH35E&BELTLINE RD Intchg · Structure no. 180570019603508

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
999 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
12,606
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Belt Line Road over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Belt Line Road over BNSF 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 12,606 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,650 by 2037. The structure is 999 ft (304.5 m) long and 122 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesBelt Line Road
CrossesBNSF RR
LocationIH35E&BELTLINE RD Intchg
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.95372, -96.90952
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans9 (+1 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length999 ft (304.5 m)
Longest span118 ft (36 m)
Deck width122 ft (37.2 m)
Roadway width83 ft (25.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck19 ft (5.8 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,606 (2017)
Projected traffic17,650 by 2037
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Belt Line Road over BNSF RR built?

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

What condition is Belt Line Road over BNSF 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Belt Line Road over BNSF RR carry?

About 12,606 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Belt Line Road over BNSF RR?

The structure is 999 ft (304.5 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 122 ft wide.

Who owns Belt Line Road over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.