US Bridges

SH 161 Sbfr over SH 114

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 5.10 MI NW of Lp 12 · Structure no. 180570035304121

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
405 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,150
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 161 Sbfr over SH 114 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 161 Sbfr over SH 114 in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older 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 18,150 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,420 by 2033. The structure is 405 ft (123.4 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 161 Sbfr
CrossesSH 114
Location5.10 MI NW of Lp 12
RouteState Highway 161
StateTexas
Coordinates32.89627, -96.97224
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length405 ft (123.4 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width56 ft (17 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,150 (2013)
Projected traffic25,420 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 161 Sbfr over SH 114 built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 161 Sbfr over SH 114 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does SH 161 Sbfr over SH 114 carry?

About 18,150 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SH 161 Sbfr over SH 114?

The structure is 405 ft (123.4 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns SH 161 Sbfr over SH 114?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.