US Bridges

Shady Brook Lane over Caruth Creek

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.2 MI S of Park Lane · Structure no. 1805709S2870001

Built
1976
49 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,892
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shady Brook Lane over Caruth Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Shady Brook Lane over Caruth Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1976 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 49 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 8,892 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,200 by 2035. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesShady Brook Lane
CrossesCaruth Creek
Location0.2 MI S of Park Lane
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.86786, -96.7633
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,892 (2022)
Projected traffic5,200 by 2035
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 Shady Brook Lane over Caruth Creek built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is Shady Brook Lane over Caruth 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Shady Brook Lane over Caruth Creek carry?

About 8,892 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Shady Brook Lane over Caruth Creek?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Shady Brook Lane over Caruth Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.