IH 635 Ml over Drainage Ditch
FairDallas County, Texas · 2.8 MI N of Elam RD · Structure no. 180570237402085
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 182,015
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 635 Ml over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 635 Ml over Drainage Ditch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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 182,015 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 198,520 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 635 Ml over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 635 Ml over Drainage Ditch 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does IH 635 Ml over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 182,015 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is IH 635 Ml over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns IH 635 Ml over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.