US Bridges

Alexis DR WB over Kiowa Branch

FairPosted for load

Dallas County, Texas · 0.02 MI SW Belt Line RD · Structure no. 1805709A2050001

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
89 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,827
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Alexis DR WB over Kiowa Branch is a concrete continuous slab carrying Alexis DR WB over Kiowa Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,827 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,334 by 2031. The structure is 89 ft (27.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesAlexis DR WB
CrossesKiowa Branch
Location0.02 MI SW Belt Line RD
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.9498, -96.79881
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length89 ft (27.1 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,827 (2019)
Projected traffic2,334 by 2031
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 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 Alexis DR WB over Kiowa Branch built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is Alexis DR WB over Kiowa Branch 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Alexis DR WB over Kiowa Branch carry?

About 2,827 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Alexis DR WB over Kiowa Branch?

The structure is 89 ft (27.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Alexis DR WB over Kiowa Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.