US Bridges

Carmack & Main ST over South Mesquite Crk Trib

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.2 MI S of Kearney ST · Structure no. 180570C00540002

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,000
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Carmack & Main ST over South Mesquite Crk Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Carmack & Main ST over South Mesquite Crk Trib in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 6,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,000 by 2031. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesCarmack & Main ST
CrossesSouth Mesquite Crk Trib
Location0.2 MI S of Kearney ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.76786, -96.60565
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 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 traffic6,000 (2011)
Projected traffic9,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$55,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Carmack & Main ST over South Mesquite Crk Trib built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Carmack & Main ST over South Mesquite Crk Trib 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Carmack & Main ST over South Mesquite Crk Trib carry?

About 6,000 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Carmack & Main ST over South Mesquite Crk Trib?

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

Who owns Carmack & Main ST over South Mesquite Crk Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.