US Bridges

Skillman ST SB over Jackson Branch

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.2 MI N of Church RD · Structure no. 1805709S6490012

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
210 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,871
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Skillman ST SB over Jackson Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Skillman ST SB over Jackson Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 11,871 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15,000 by 2031. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSkillman ST SB
CrossesJackson Branch
Location0.2 MI N of Church RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.88864, -96.73196
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,871 (2022)
Projected traffic15,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$19,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Skillman ST SB over Jackson Branch built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Skillman ST SB over Jackson Branch 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 SB over Jackson Branch carry?

About 11,871 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Skillman ST SB over Jackson Branch?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Skillman ST SB over Jackson Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.