US Bridges

Prairie Creek RD over US 175

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 2.20 MI NW of IH 20 · Structure no. 180570019702219

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
308 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,136
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Prairie Creek RD over US 175 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Prairie Creek RD over US 175 in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 7,136 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,000 by 2035. The structure is 308 ft (93.9 m) long and 95 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesPrairie Creek RD
CrossesUS 175
Location2.20 MI NW of IH 20
RouteCity Street 114
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.7047, -96.66569
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length308 ft (93.9 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width95 ft (29 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,136 (2019)
Projected traffic12,000 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$51,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Prairie Creek RD over US 175 built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Prairie Creek 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 May 2022.

How much traffic does Prairie Creek RD over US 175 carry?

About 7,136 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Prairie Creek RD over US 175?

The structure is 308 ft (93.9 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.

Who owns Prairie Creek RD over US 175?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.