SH 342 West U-Turn over IH 20
GoodDallas County, Texas · 2.5 MI E of IH 35E · Structure no. 180570237403149
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 325 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,000
- 2011 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 342 West U-Turn over IH 20 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 342 West U-Turn over IH 20 in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 4,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2031. The structure is 325 ft (99.1 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 342 West U-Turn over IH 20 built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 342 West U-Turn over IH 20 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does SH 342 West U-Turn over IH 20 carry?
About 4,000 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SH 342 West U-Turn over IH 20?
The structure is 325 ft (99.1 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns SH 342 West U-Turn over IH 20?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.