IH 635 Ml over Drainage Ditch
FairDallas County, Texas · 0.53 MI N of US 80 · Structure no. 180570237402118
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 209,787
- 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 1971, so it is 54 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 209,787 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 229,880 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 1971, making it 54 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 209,787 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is IH 635 Ml over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns IH 635 Ml over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.