US Bridges

Meandering Way over Kiowa Branch

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.30 MI S of Campbell RD · Structure no. 1805709M4260002

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,490
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Meandering Way over Kiowa Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Meandering Way over Kiowa Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 6,490 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,000 by 2031. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMeandering Way
CrossesKiowa Branch
Location0.30 MI S of Campbell RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.97428, -96.77851
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 inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,490 (2011)
Projected traffic8,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
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 Meandering Way over Kiowa Branch built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Meandering Way over Kiowa 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Meandering Way over Kiowa Branch carry?

About 6,490 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Meandering Way over Kiowa Branch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Meandering Way over Kiowa Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.