US Bridges

IH 30 Ml over Trinity Ri University DR

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.6 MI E of Montgomery ST · Structure no. 022200106801009

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
716 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
131,220
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 30 Ml over Trinity Ri University DR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 30 Ml over Trinity Ri University DR in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 74 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 131,220 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 183,710 by 2033. The structure is 716 ft (218.2 m) long and 130 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesIH 30 Ml
CrossesTrinity Ri University DR
Location0.6 MI E of Montgomery ST
RouteInterstate 30
StateTexas
Coordinates32.73405, -97.36022
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+10 approach)
Design loadOther
Structure length716 ft (218.2 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width130 ft (39.6 m)
Roadway width121 ft (37 m)
Vertical clearance over deck19 ft (5.8 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic131,220 (2013)
Projected traffic183,710 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 30 Ml over Trinity Ri University DR built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is IH 30 Ml over Trinity Ri University DR 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does IH 30 Ml over Trinity Ri University DR carry?

About 131,220 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is IH 30 Ml over Trinity Ri University DR?

The structure is 716 ft (218.2 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 130 ft wide.

Who owns IH 30 Ml over Trinity Ri University DR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.