US Bridges

IH 635 Wbml over Midway Vv LN IH 635 Ex

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 1.3 MI W of Dnt · Structure no. 180570237401566

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,707 ft
17 main spans
Daily traffic
130,485
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 635 Wbml over Midway Vv LN IH 635 Ex is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 635 Wbml over Midway Vv LN IH 635 Ex in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 130,485 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 187,018 by 2040. The structure is 1,707 ft (520.3 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 635 Wbml
CrossesMidway Vv LN IH 635 Ex
Location1.3 MI W of Dnt
RouteInterstate 635
StateTexas
Coordinates32.92435, -96.84134
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans17
Design loadHL 93
Structure length1,707 ft (520.3 m)
Longest span111 ft (33.8 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.5 m)
Roadway width78 ft (23.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic130,485 (2023)
Projected traffic187,018 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 635 Wbml over Midway Vv LN IH 635 Ex built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 635 Wbml over Midway Vv LN IH 635 Ex 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does IH 635 Wbml over Midway Vv LN IH 635 Ex carry?

About 130,485 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is IH 635 Wbml over Midway Vv LN IH 635 Ex?

The structure is 1,707 ft (520.3 m) long with a longest span of 111 ft (33.8 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns IH 635 Wbml over Midway Vv LN IH 635 Ex?

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