US Bridges

Inwood RD over Browning Branch

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.13 MI S of Walnut Hill · Structure no. 1805709I5100015

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,678
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Inwood RD over Browning Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Inwood RD over Browning Branch 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 18,678 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,017 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesInwood RD
CrossesBrowning Branch
Location0.13 MI S of Walnut Hill
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.87817, -96.82112
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic18,678 (2019)
Projected traffic28,017 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Inwood RD over Browning Branch built?

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

What condition is Inwood RD over Browning Branch 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 Inwood RD over Browning Branch carry?

About 18,678 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Inwood RD over Browning Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Inwood RD over Browning Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.