US Bridges

SH 161 Nbfr over SH 114

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 5.1 MI NW of Lp 12 · Structure no. 180570035304226

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
400 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
15,740
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 161 Nbfr over SH 114 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 161 Nbfr over SH 114 in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 15,740 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,030 by 2033. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 161 Nbfr
CrossesSH 114
Location5.1 MI NW of Lp 12
RouteState Highway 161
StateTexas
Coordinates32.89499, -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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length400 ft (121.9 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,740 (2013)
Projected traffic22,030 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 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 161 Nbfr over SH 114 built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 161 Nbfr 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 Nbfr over SH 114 carry?

About 15,740 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SH 161 Nbfr over SH 114?

The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns SH 161 Nbfr over SH 114?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.