US Bridges

IH 635 EB FR over Dnt Ramp W-S

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 2.14 MI E of Marsh LN · Structure no. 180570237401409

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
221 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,292
2020 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

IH 635 EB FR over Dnt Ramp W-S is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 635 EB FR over Dnt Ramp W-S in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 5,292 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,409 by 2040. The structure is 221 ft (67.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 635 EB FR
CrossesDnt Ramp W-S
Location2.14 MI E of Marsh LN
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.92529, -96.82334
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length221 ft (67.4 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.1 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,292 (2020)
Projected traffic7,409 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$21,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 635 EB FR over Dnt Ramp W-S built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 635 EB FR over Dnt Ramp W-S 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does IH 635 EB FR over Dnt Ramp W-S carry?

About 5,292 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is IH 635 EB FR over Dnt Ramp W-S?

The structure is 221 ft (67.4 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns IH 635 EB FR over Dnt Ramp W-S?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.