US Bridges

Berry RD over N Mesquite Creek Trib

PoorClosed to traffic

Dallas County, Texas · 0.60 MI N of Lawson RD · Structure no. 180570C00235001

Built
1945
80 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Berry RD over N Mesquite Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Berry RD over N Mesquite Creek Trib in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 0 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 150 by 2031. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesBerry RD
CrossesN Mesquite Creek Trib
Location0.60 MI N of Lawson RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.73885, -96.53591
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection0 FailedOut of service and beyond corrective action.
Culvert0 FailedOut of service and beyond corrective action.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry5: 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 rating0 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2011)
Projected traffic150 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$15,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Berry RD over N Mesquite Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.

What condition is Berry RD over N Mesquite Creek Trib in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2023.

How much traffic does Berry RD over N Mesquite Creek Trib carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Berry RD over N Mesquite Creek Trib?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns Berry RD over N Mesquite Creek Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.