US Bridges

Malcolm X Blvd over Dart RR Hickory ST

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.55 MI N of Mlk Jr Blvd · Structure no. 1805709O2170001

Built
1937
88 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,235 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,389
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Malcolm X Blvd over Dart RR Hickory ST is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Malcolm X Blvd over Dart RR Hickory ST in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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.

It carries about 6,389 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,584 by 2041. The structure is 1,235 ft (376.4 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesMalcolm X Blvd
CrossesDart RR Hickory ST
Location0.55 MI N of Mlk Jr Blvd
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.77564, -96.77576
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating23.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+22 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length1,235 ft (376.4 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.6 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,389 (2014)
Projected traffic9,584 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
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 statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$124,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Malcolm X Blvd over Dart RR Hickory ST built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.

What condition is Malcolm X Blvd over Dart RR Hickory ST 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Malcolm X Blvd over Dart RR Hickory ST carry?

About 6,389 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Malcolm X Blvd over Dart RR Hickory ST?

The structure is 1,235 ft (376.4 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns Malcolm X Blvd over Dart RR Hickory ST?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.