US Bridges

Dallas N Tollway over Freeman Branch

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.25 MI N of NW Highway · Structure no. 1805709D0470207

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
125,690
2017 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

Dallas N Tollway over Freeman Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Dallas N Tollway over Freeman Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older 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 125,690 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 175,970 by 2037. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesDallas N Tollway
CrossesFreeman Branch
Location0.25 MI N of NW Highway
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.86919, -96.81097
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic125,690 (2017)
Projected traffic175,970 by 2037
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Dallas N Tollway over Freeman Branch built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dallas N Tollway over Freeman Branch 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 Dallas N Tollway over Freeman Branch carry?

About 125,690 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Dallas N Tollway over Freeman Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Dallas N Tollway over Freeman Branch?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.