US Bridges

SH 161 SB Ml over Rock Island RD Bear CR

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 1.40 MI South of SH 183 · Structure no. 180570296401483

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
6,193 ft
37 main spans
Daily traffic
64,100
2016 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

SH 161 SB Ml over Rock Island RD Bear CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 161 SB Ml over Rock Island RD Bear CR in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 64,100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 204,731 by 2036. The structure is 6,193 ft (1,887.6 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 161 SB Ml
CrossesRock Island RD Bear CR
Location1.40 MI South of SH 183
StateTexas
Coordinates32.82395, -97.01764
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans37 (+17 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length6,193 ft (1,887.6 m)
Longest span153 ft (46.6 m)
Deck width83 ft (25.3 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic64,100 (2016)
Projected traffic204,731 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 161 SB Ml over Rock Island RD Bear CR built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 161 SB Ml over Rock Island RD Bear CR 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SH 161 SB Ml over Rock Island RD Bear CR carry?

About 64,100 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is SH 161 SB Ml over Rock Island RD Bear CR?

The structure is 6,193 ft (1,887.6 m) long with a longest span of 153 ft (46.6 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.

Who owns SH 161 SB Ml over Rock Island RD Bear CR?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.