US Bridges

IH 635 Ebml over IH 635 Expressway EB

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 1.2 MI W of Dnt · Structure no. 180570237401593

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,442 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
260,970
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 635 Ebml over IH 635 Expressway EB is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 635 Ebml over IH 635 Expressway EB 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 260,970 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 128,700 by 2033. The structure is 1,442 ft (439.5 m) long and 71 ft wide.

CarriesIH 635 Ebml
CrossesIH 635 Expressway EB
Location1.2 MI W of Dnt
RouteInterstate 635
StateTexas
Coordinates32.92399, -96.84144
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 inspectionAugust 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 spans11 (+5 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length1,442 ft (439.5 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.5 m)
Roadway width69 ft (20.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic260,970 (2023)
Projected traffic128,700 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 Ebml over IH 635 Expressway EB built?

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

What condition is IH 635 Ebml over IH 635 Expressway EB 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does IH 635 Ebml over IH 635 Expressway EB carry?

About 260,970 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is IH 635 Ebml over IH 635 Expressway EB?

The structure is 1,442 ft (439.5 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns IH 635 Ebml over IH 635 Expressway EB?

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