US Bridges

Anthony DR over W Frk S Mesquite Crk

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.1 MI SW of Eastbrook DR · Structure no. 180570C00080001

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,127
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Anthony DR over W Frk S Mesquite Crk is a concrete culvert carrying Anthony DR over W Frk S Mesquite Crk 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 1,127 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,500 by 2031. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesAnthony DR
CrossesW Frk S Mesquite Crk
Location0.1 MI SW of Eastbrook DR
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.79494, -96.65206
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; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,127 (2022)
Projected traffic2,500 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 Anthony DR over W Frk S Mesquite Crk built?

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

What condition is Anthony DR over W Frk S Mesquite Crk 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 Anthony DR over W Frk S Mesquite Crk carry?

About 1,127 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Anthony DR over W Frk S Mesquite Crk?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Anthony DR over W Frk S Mesquite Crk?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.