US Bridges

IH 635 NB over S Mesquite Creek

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 4.0 MI N of Elam RD · Structure no. 180570237402134

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
91,008
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 635 NB over S Mesquite Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 635 NB over S Mesquite Creek 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 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 91,008 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 111,880 by 2033. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 635 NB
CrossesS Mesquite Creek
Location4.0 MI N of Elam RD
RouteInterstate 635
StateTexas
Coordinates32.77546, -96.62404
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.3 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic91,008 (2023)
Projected traffic111,880 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 635 NB over S Mesquite Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 635 NB over S Mesquite Creek 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 NB over S Mesquite Creek carry?

About 91,008 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is IH 635 NB over S Mesquite Creek?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns IH 635 NB over S Mesquite Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.