US Bridges

Keller Springs WB over White Rock Creek

FairPosted for load

Dallas County, Texas · 0.1 MI West of Preston RD · Structure no. 1805709K0900001

Built
1974
51 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
500 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
13,860
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Keller Springs WB over White Rock Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Keller Springs WB over White Rock Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1974 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 51 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 13,860 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,404 by 2041. The structure is 500 ft (152.4 m) long and 33 ft wide.

CarriesKeller Springs WB
CrossesWhite Rock Creek
Location0.1 MI West of Preston RD
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.97028, -96.80631
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans10
Design loadUnknown
Structure length500 ft (152.4 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,860 (2019)
Projected traffic19,404 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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$30,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Keller Springs WB over White Rock Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is Keller Springs WB over White Rock 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Keller Springs WB over White Rock Creek carry?

About 13,860 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Keller Springs WB over White Rock Creek?

The structure is 500 ft (152.4 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Keller Springs WB over White Rock Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.