US Bridges

Jefferson Blvd WB over Mountain Creek

FairPosted for load

Dallas County, Texas · 0.40 MI W of Lp 12 · Structure no. 1805709J3480007

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
576 ft
24 main spans
Daily traffic
5,179
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jefferson Blvd WB over Mountain Creek is a concrete slab carrying Jefferson Blvd WB over Mountain Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 95 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 5,179 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,000 by 2031. The structure is 576 ft (175.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesJefferson Blvd WB
CrossesMountain Creek
Location0.40 MI W of Lp 12
RouteCity Street 223
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.74773, -96.92632
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans24
Design loadUnknown
Structure length576 ft (175.6 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,179 (2019)
Projected traffic9,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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$50,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Jefferson Blvd WB over Mountain Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is Jefferson Blvd WB over Mountain Creek 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Jefferson Blvd WB over Mountain Creek carry?

About 5,179 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Jefferson Blvd WB over Mountain Creek?

The structure is 576 ft (175.6 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Jefferson Blvd WB over Mountain Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.