US Bridges

Skillman ST over BNSF RR

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.2 MI W of Forest Ave · Structure no. 1805709S6490008

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
96 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
26,609
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Skillman ST over BNSF RR is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Skillman ST over BNSF RR in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 70 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 6 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 26,609 vehicles a day, projected to reach 22,000 by 2031. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 109 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSkillman ST
CrossesBNSF RR
Location0.2 MI W of Forest Ave
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.90778, -96.70855
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length96 ft (29.3 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width109 ft (33.2 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,609 (2019)
Projected traffic22,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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$16,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Skillman ST over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is Skillman ST over BNSF RR 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Skillman ST over BNSF RR carry?

About 26,609 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Skillman ST over BNSF RR?

The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 109 ft wide.

Who owns Skillman ST over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.