US Bridges

Abrams Road over Caruth Creek

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 300 Ft N of Skillman · Structure no. 1805709A0300009

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
17,989
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Abrams Road over Caruth Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Abrams Road over Caruth Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 17,989 vehicles a day, projected to reach 21,000 by 2035. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesAbrams Road
CrossesCaruth Creek
Location300 Ft N of Skillman
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.86564, -96.74346
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,989 (2019)
Projected traffic21,000 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$156,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Abrams Road over Caruth Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Abrams Road over Caruth Creek 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Abrams Road over Caruth Creek carry?

About 17,989 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Abrams Road over Caruth Creek?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Abrams Road over Caruth Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.