US Bridges

Laureland RD over IH 35E

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 2.3 MI N of IH 20 · Structure no. 180570044202059

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
193 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,823
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Laureland RD over IH 35E is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Laureland RD over IH 35E in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 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 8,823 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,077 by 2040. The structure is 193 ft (58.8 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesLaureland RD
CrossesIH 35E
Location2.3 MI N of IH 20
RouteCity Street 231
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.67484, -96.82228
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 rating75 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length193 ft (58.8 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.7 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,823 (2019)
Projected traffic17,077 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$24,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Laureland RD over IH 35E built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Laureland RD over IH 35E 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Laureland RD over IH 35E carry?

About 8,823 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Laureland RD over IH 35E?

The structure is 193 ft (58.8 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns Laureland RD over IH 35E?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.