US Bridges

Whiteley RD over Cottonwood Creek

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.10 MI W of Vinson RD · Structure no. 180570AA0306001

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,376
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Whiteley RD over Cottonwood Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Whiteley RD over Cottonwood Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older 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 2,376 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 830 by 2031. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesWhiteley RD
CrossesCottonwood Creek
Location0.10 MI W of Vinson RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.97676, -96.52831
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,376 (2022)
Projected traffic830 by 2031
Trucks1%
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

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Whiteley RD over Cottonwood Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Whiteley RD over Cottonwood 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Whiteley RD over Cottonwood Creek carry?

About 2,376 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Whiteley RD over Cottonwood Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Whiteley RD over Cottonwood Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.