US Bridges

IH 635 EB on Ramp over Drainage Ditch

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.1 MI E of Dnt · Structure no. 180570237401021

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
14,199
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 635 EB on Ramp over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 635 EB on Ramp over Drainage Ditch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 14,199 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,780 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long.

Location

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CarriesIH 635 EB on Ramp
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.1 MI E of Dnt
RouteInterstate 635
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.92462, -96.81926
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,199 (2019)
Projected traffic27,780 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 635 EB on Ramp over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 635 EB on Ramp over Drainage Ditch 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does IH 635 EB on Ramp over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 14,199 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is IH 635 EB on Ramp over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns IH 635 EB on Ramp over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.