US Bridges

South Polk ST SB over IH 20

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 2.5 MI E of US 67 · Structure no. 180570237404230

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
317 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,127
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

South Polk ST SB over IH 20 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying South Polk ST SB over IH 20 in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 9,127 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,000 by 2031. The structure is 317 ft (96.6 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSouth Polk ST SB
CrossesIH 20
Location2.5 MI E of US 67
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.64324, -96.8402
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length317 ft (96.6 m)
Longest span98 ft (29.9 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,127 (2019)
Projected traffic6,000 by 2031
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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$26,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was South Polk ST SB over IH 20 built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is South Polk ST SB 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does South Polk ST SB over IH 20 carry?

About 9,127 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is South Polk ST SB over IH 20?

The structure is 317 ft (96.6 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns South Polk ST SB over IH 20?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.