US Bridges

University Blvd over Turtle Creek

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.9 MI E of Dallas N Tlwy · Structure no. 1805709UP710001

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,640
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

University Blvd over Turtle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying University Blvd over Turtle Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger 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 8,640 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,306 by 2037. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUniversity Blvd
CrossesTurtle Creek
Location0.9 MI E of Dallas N Tlwy
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.84539, -96.79795
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,640 (2015)
Projected traffic13,306 by 2037
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was University Blvd over Turtle Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is University Blvd over Turtle 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does University Blvd over Turtle Creek carry?

About 8,640 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is University Blvd over Turtle Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns University Blvd over Turtle Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.