US Bridges

Dowdy Ferry RD over Trinity River

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 1.5 MI E of IH 45 · Structure no. 180570AA0199009

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,096 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,066
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dowdy Ferry RD over Trinity River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Dowdy Ferry RD over Trinity River in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 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 5,066 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,174 by 2041. The structure is 1,096 ft (334.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesDowdy Ferry RD
CrossesTrinity River
Location1.5 MI E of IH 45
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.64986, -96.6827
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+12 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length1,096 ft (334.1 m)
Longest span122 ft (37.2 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,066 (2023)
Projected traffic5,174 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Dowdy Ferry RD over Trinity River built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dowdy Ferry RD over Trinity River 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Dowdy Ferry RD over Trinity River carry?

About 5,066 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Dowdy Ferry RD over Trinity River?

The structure is 1,096 ft (334.1 m) long with a longest span of 122 ft (37.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Dowdy Ferry RD over Trinity River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.