US Bridges

SH 289 (prestonrd) over White Rock Creek

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 1.35 MI N of IH635 · Structure no. 180570009106050

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
340 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
55,076
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 289 (prestonrd) over White Rock Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 289 (prestonrd) over White Rock Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 5 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 55,076 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 57,060 by 2033. The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long and 107 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 289 (prestonrd)
CrossesWhite Rock Creek
Location1.35 MI N of IH635
RouteState Highway 289
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.94616, -96.80355
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length340 ft (103.6 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width107 ft (32.7 m)
Roadway width90 ft (27.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55,076 (2019)
Projected traffic57,060 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 289 (prestonrd) over White Rock Creek built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 289 (prestonrd) over White Rock Creek 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SH 289 (prestonrd) over White Rock Creek carry?

About 55,076 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SH 289 (prestonrd) over White Rock Creek?

The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 107 ft wide.

Who owns SH 289 (prestonrd) over White Rock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.