US Bridges

Bruton RD over IH 635

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 3.1 MI S of US 80 · Structure no. 180570237402087

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
302 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,808
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bruton RD over IH 635 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bruton RD over IH 635 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 14,808 vehicles a day, projected to reach 19,000 by 2035. The structure is 302 ft (92.1 m) long and 62 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesBruton RD
CrossesIH 635
Location3.1 MI S of US 80
RouteCity Street 244
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.74848, -96.61434
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length302 ft (92.1 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.9 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,808 (2019)
Projected traffic19,000 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$36,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Bruton RD over IH 635 built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bruton RD over IH 635 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 Bruton RD over IH 635 carry?

About 14,808 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Bruton RD over IH 635?

The structure is 302 ft (92.1 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns Bruton RD over IH 635?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.