US Bridges

Fisher RD over Williamson Creek

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 1.0 MI S.E. of Abrams · Structure no. 1805709F4240001

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23,515
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fisher RD over Williamson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Fisher RD over Williamson Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 23,515 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,100 by 2035. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFisher RD
CrossesWilliamson Creek
Location1.0 MI S.E. of Abrams
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.84475, -96.73933
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11 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 traffic23,515 (2019)
Projected traffic3,100 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 Fisher RD over Williamson Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fisher RD over Williamson Creek 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 Fisher RD over Williamson Creek carry?

About 23,515 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Fisher RD over Williamson Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Fisher RD over Williamson Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.