US Bridges

Direct Conn 7 over IH 35E NB Off-Ramp

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.1 MI NW of Houston ST · Structure no. 180570106804544

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
808 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
2,380
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Direct Conn 7 over IH 35E NB Off-Ramp is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Direct Conn 7 over IH 35E NB Off-Ramp in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 2,380 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,570 by 2041. The structure is 808 ft (246.3 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesDirect Conn 7
CrossesIH 35E NB Off-Ramp
Location0.1 MI NW of Houston ST
RouteInterstate 35
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.77178, -96.81011
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans7
Design loadHL 93
Structure length808 ft (246.3 m)
Longest span121 ft (36.9 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5.1 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,380 (2021)
Projected traffic3,570 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 Direct Conn 7 over IH 35E NB Off-Ramp built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Direct Conn 7 over IH 35E NB Off-Ramp 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Direct Conn 7 over IH 35E NB Off-Ramp carry?

About 2,380 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Direct Conn 7 over IH 35E NB Off-Ramp?

The structure is 808 ft (246.3 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (36.9 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Direct Conn 7 over IH 35E NB Off-Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.