US Bridges

Dol Road over BNSF RR at Railhead

Good

Coryell County, Texas · Fort Hood Texas · Structure no. DAPFORHOO000012

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
149 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
300
2019 count
Owner
Federal
Army

About this bridge

Dol Road over BNSF RR at Railhead is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Dol Road over BNSF RR at Railhead in Coryell County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 300 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2045. The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long and 65 ft wide.

CarriesDol Road
CrossesBNSF RR at Railhead
LocationFort Hood Texas
StateTexas
Coordinates31.12726, -97.85426
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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length149 ft (45.4 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.8 m)
Roadway width62 ft (19 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic300 (2019)
Projected traffic600 by 2045
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerArmy
Maintained byArmy
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$37,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Dol Road over BNSF RR at Railhead built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dol Road over BNSF RR at Railhead 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 Dol Road over BNSF RR at Railhead carry?

About 300 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is Dol Road over BNSF RR at Railhead?

The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns Dol Road over BNSF RR at Railhead?

It is owned by the Army.