US Bridges

Southwestern Blvd. over Skillman Branch

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.15 MI W of Skillman Ave · Structure no. 1805709S5620001

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,086
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Southwestern Blvd. over Skillman Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Southwestern Blvd. over Skillman Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 11,086 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,930 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSouthwestern Blvd.
CrossesSkillman Branch
Location0.15 MI W of Skillman Ave
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.85814, -96.75806
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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic11,086 (2019)
Projected traffic16,930 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
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$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Southwestern Blvd. over Skillman Branch built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Southwestern Blvd. over Skillman 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Southwestern Blvd. over Skillman Branch carry?

About 11,086 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Southwestern Blvd. over Skillman Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Southwestern Blvd. over Skillman Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.