US Bridges

Kyle RD over Long Branch

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.05 MI W of Rowlett RD · Structure no. 1805709K7400001

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 2013
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,097
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Kyle RD over Long Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Kyle RD over Long Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 2013, 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 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 2,097 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,100 by 2035. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesKyle RD
CrossesLong Branch
Location0.05 MI W of Rowlett RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.89683, -96.57039
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,097 (2022)
Projected traffic3,100 by 2035
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
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$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Kyle RD over Long Branch built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.

What condition is Kyle RD over Long 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Kyle RD over Long Branch carry?

About 2,097 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Kyle RD over Long Branch?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Kyle RD over Long Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.