US Bridges

N International DR over Keen Branch

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.10 MI S of Walnut ST · Structure no. 180570B05736001

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,045
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

N International DR over Keen Branch is a concrete culvert carrying N International DR over Keen Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 2,045 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,090 by 2031. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesN International DR
CrossesKeen Branch
Location0.10 MI S of Walnut ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.91495, -96.67226
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 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 traffic2,045 (2019)
Projected traffic3,090 by 2031
Trucks0%
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 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 N International DR over Keen Branch built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is N International DR over Keen Branch 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does N International DR over Keen Branch carry?

About 2,045 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is N International DR over Keen Branch?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns N International DR over Keen Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.