Elam RD over Hickory Creek
FairDallas County, Texas · 0.5 MI W of I 635 · Structure no. 1805709E3640004
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 78 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,263
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Elam RD over Hickory Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Elam RD over Hickory Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 6 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 12,263 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,300 by 2031. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Elam RD over Hickory Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Elam RD over Hickory Creek 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does Elam RD over Hickory Creek carry?
About 12,263 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Elam RD over Hickory Creek?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Elam RD over Hickory Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.