US Bridges

Webb Chapel RD over Joes Creek

FairPosted for load

Dallas County, Texas · 0.3 MI S of Walnut Hill · Structure no. 1805709W2170003

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1970
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
114 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
19,561
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Webb Chapel RD over Joes Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Webb Chapel RD over Joes Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 68 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 19,561 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,405 by 2037. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesWebb Chapel RD
CrossesJoes Creek
Location0.3 MI S of Walnut Hill
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.87711, -96.86463
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadUnknown
Structure length114 ft (34.7 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,561 (2019)
Projected traffic27,405 by 2037
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure6
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 Webb Chapel RD over Joes Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.

What condition is Webb Chapel RD over Joes 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Webb Chapel RD over Joes Creek carry?

About 19,561 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Webb Chapel RD over Joes Creek?

The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns Webb Chapel RD over Joes Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.