US Bridges

Camp Wisdom RD WB over Ricketts Branch

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.55 MI E of IH 35E · Structure no. 1805709C0520005

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
108 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,294
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Camp Wisdom RD WB over Ricketts Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Camp Wisdom RD WB over Ricketts Branch 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 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.

It carries about 6,294 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15,450 by 2031. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesCamp Wisdom RD WB
CrossesRicketts Branch
Location0.55 MI E of IH 35E
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.66236, -96.81426
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length108 ft (32.9 m)
Longest span107 ft (32.6 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,294 (2022)
Projected traffic15,450 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$9,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Camp Wisdom RD WB over Ricketts Branch built?

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

What condition is Camp Wisdom RD WB over Ricketts 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Camp Wisdom RD WB over Ricketts Branch carry?

About 6,294 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Camp Wisdom RD WB over Ricketts Branch?

The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Camp Wisdom RD WB over Ricketts Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.