US Bridges

Forest Lane over BNSF RR

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 1.35 MI E of IH 635 · Structure no. 1805709F6680017

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
80 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
18,289
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Forest Lane over BNSF RR is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Forest Lane over BNSF RR in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 70 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 18,289 vehicles a day, projected to reach 16,110 by 2036. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesForest Lane
CrossesBNSF RR
Location1.35 MI E of IH 635
RouteCity Street 78
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.90911, -96.70862
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width94 ft (28.7 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,289 (2022)
Projected traffic16,110 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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$14,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Forest Lane over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is Forest Lane over BNSF RR 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Forest Lane over BNSF RR carry?

About 18,289 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Forest Lane over BNSF RR?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.

Who owns Forest Lane over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.