US Bridges

Walnut ST over Ferris Creek

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.4 MI E of Abrams · Structure no. 1805709W0800003

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,406
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Walnut ST over Ferris Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Walnut ST over Ferris Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 75 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 20,406 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25,869 by 2031. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 95 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesWalnut ST
CrossesFerris Creek
Location0.4 MI E of Abrams
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.92543, -96.72945
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width95 ft (29.1 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,406 (2019)
Projected traffic25,869 by 2031
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Walnut ST over Ferris Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is Walnut ST over Ferris Creek 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 Walnut ST over Ferris Creek carry?

About 20,406 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Walnut ST over Ferris Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.

Who owns Walnut ST over Ferris Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.