US Bridges

Forest/High Forest over King of Glory Branch

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.30 MI W of Hillcrest RD · Structure no. 1805709F6680012

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
64 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,949
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Forest/High Forest over King of Glory Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Forest/High Forest over King of Glory Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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.

It carries about 26,949 vehicles a day, projected to reach 18,000 by 2030. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesForest/High Forest
CrossesKing of Glory Branch
Location0.30 MI W of Hillcrest RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.90947, -96.79331
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length64 ft (19.5 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 traffic26,949 (2022)
Projected traffic18,000 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$10,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Forest/High Forest over King of Glory Branch built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Forest/High Forest over King of Glory 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Forest/High Forest over King of Glory Branch carry?

About 26,949 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Forest/High Forest over King of Glory Branch?

The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Forest/High Forest over King of Glory Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.