US Bridges

IH 635 WB Ent Ramp over Preston RD Bypass

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.09 MI W of Preston RD · Structure no. 180570237401540

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
294 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,714
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 635 WB Ent Ramp over Preston RD Bypass is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 635 WB Ent Ramp over Preston RD Bypass in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 7,714 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,800 by 2041. The structure is 294 ft (89.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 635 WB Ent Ramp
CrossesPreston RD Bypass
Location0.09 MI W of Preston RD
RouteInterstate 635
StateTexas
Coordinates32.92619, -96.80578
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length294 ft (89.6 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,714 (2021)
Projected traffic10,800 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-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 byPrivate (other than railroad)
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 IH 635 WB Ent Ramp over Preston RD Bypass built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 635 WB Ent Ramp over Preston RD Bypass 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 IH 635 WB Ent Ramp over Preston RD Bypass carry?

About 7,714 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is IH 635 WB Ent Ramp over Preston RD Bypass?

The structure is 294 ft (89.6 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns IH 635 WB Ent Ramp over Preston RD Bypass?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).