US Bridges

Royal LN WB over Jackson Branch

FairPosted for load

Dallas County, Texas · 0.35 MI W of Skillman ST · Structure no. 1805709F0160021

Built
1952
73 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
160 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
9,317
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Royal LN WB over Jackson Branch is a concrete continuous slab carrying Royal LN WB over Jackson Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 73 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 9,317 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10,173 by 2031. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRoyal LN WB
CrossesJackson Branch
Location0.35 MI W of Skillman ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.89446, -96.73035
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
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,317 (2019)
Projected traffic10,173 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$15,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Royal LN WB over Jackson Branch built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is Royal LN WB over Jackson 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 2023.

How much traffic does Royal LN WB over Jackson Branch carry?

About 9,317 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Royal LN WB over Jackson Branch?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Royal LN WB over Jackson Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.