US Bridges

Rosser RD over Trib of Joes Creek

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.18 MI N of Merrell RD · Structure no. 1805709R7260001

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,743
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rosser RD over Trib of Joes Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rosser RD over Trib of Joes Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 1,743 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,440 by 2041. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRosser RD
CrossesTrib of Joes Creek
Location0.18 MI N of Merrell RD
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.89031, -96.84682
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,743 (2019)
Projected traffic2,440 by 2041
Trucks3%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rosser RD over Trib of Joes Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rosser RD over Trib of Joes Creek 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 Rosser RD over Trib of Joes Creek carry?

About 1,743 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Rosser RD over Trib of Joes Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Rosser RD over Trib of Joes Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.