US 175 WB over Prairie Creek
FairDallas County, Texas · 2.50 MI NW of IH 20 · Structure no. 180570019702167
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,620
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 175 WB over Prairie Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 175 WB over Prairie Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 29,620 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,470 by 2035. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 175 WB over Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 175 WB over Prairie Creek 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 175 WB over Prairie Creek carry?
About 29,620 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 175 WB over Prairie Creek?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns US 175 WB over Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.