US Bridges

Harry Hines over Daniels Creek

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 1.7 MI S of IH 635N · Structure no. 180570019606206

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
21,194
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Harry Hines over Daniels Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Harry Hines over Daniels Creek 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 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 21,194 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,500 by 2033. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHarry Hines
CrossesDaniels Creek
Location1.7 MI S of IH 635N
RouteState Highway 354
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.88442, -96.88674
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,194 (2023)
Projected traffic39,500 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Harry Hines over Daniels Creek built?

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

What condition is Harry Hines over Daniels 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 Harry Hines over Daniels Creek carry?

About 21,194 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Harry Hines over Daniels Creek?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Harry Hines over Daniels Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.