US Bridges

IH 635 Texpress over Dallas North Tollway

Good

Dallas County, Texas · IH 635 @ Dnt · Structure no. 180570237401598

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
160 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
309,861
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 635 Texpress over Dallas North Tollway is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 635 Texpress over Dallas North Tollway in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 309,861 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 162,400 by 2041. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 104 ft wide.

CarriesIH 635 Texpress
CrossesDallas North Tollway
LocationIH 635 @ Dnt
StateTexas
Coordinates32.92596, -96.82065
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width104 ft (31.7 m)
Roadway width100 ft (30.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic309,861 (2023)
Projected traffic162,400 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a toll 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 635 Texpress over Dallas North Tollway built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 635 Texpress over Dallas North Tollway 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 Texpress over Dallas North Tollway carry?

About 309,861 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is IH 635 Texpress over Dallas North Tollway?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 104 ft wide.

Who owns IH 635 Texpress over Dallas North Tollway?

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