US Bridges

Simonds RD over US 175

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 4.30 MI SE of IH 20 · Structure no. 180570019702151

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
177 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,882
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Simonds RD over US 175 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Simonds RD over US 175 in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 4,882 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,835 by 2042. The structure is 177 ft (54 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSimonds RD
CrossesUS 175
Location4.30 MI SE of IH 20
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.66111, -96.5713
Functional classUrban Local

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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length177 ft (54 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.7 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,882 (2019)
Projected traffic6,835 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$21,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Simonds RD over US 175 built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Simonds RD over US 175 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 Simonds RD over US 175 carry?

About 4,882 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Simonds RD over US 175?

The structure is 177 ft (54 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns Simonds RD over US 175?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.