US Bridges

Pgbt Sbml over Dwu Access RD

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.8 MI S of IH 35E · Structure no. 180570296402598

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
356 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
54,936
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

Pgbt Sbml over Dwu Access RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pgbt Sbml over Dwu Access RD in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 54,936 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,205 by 2040. The structure is 356 ft (108.5 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesPgbt Sbml
CrossesDwu Access RD
Location0.8 MI S of IH 35E
StateTexas
Coordinates32.97141, -96.93256
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length356 ft (108.5 m)
Longest span112 ft (34.1 m)
Deck width82 ft (25 m)
Roadway width79 ft (24.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic54,936 (2023)
Projected traffic53,205 by 2040
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Pgbt Sbml over Dwu Access RD built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pgbt Sbml over Dwu Access RD 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 2022.

How much traffic does Pgbt Sbml over Dwu Access RD carry?

About 54,936 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is Pgbt Sbml over Dwu Access RD?

The structure is 356 ft (108.5 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns Pgbt Sbml over Dwu Access RD?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.