US Bridges

Gus Thomasson RD over South Mesquite Crk Trib

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.7 MI N of US 80 · Structure no. 180570C01260006

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
74 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
5,934
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Gus Thomasson RD over South Mesquite Crk Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Gus Thomasson RD over South Mesquite Crk Trib in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 5,934 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15,000 by 2031. The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long and 95 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesGus Thomasson RD
CrossesSouth Mesquite Crk Trib
Location0.7 MI N of US 80
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.80155, -96.63368
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadH 20
Structure length74 ft (22.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width95 ft (28.9 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,934 (2019)
Projected traffic15,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Gus Thomasson RD over South Mesquite Crk Trib built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Gus Thomasson RD 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 Gus Thomasson RD over South Mesquite Crk Trib carry?

About 5,934 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Gus Thomasson RD over South Mesquite Crk Trib?

The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.

Who owns Gus Thomasson RD over South Mesquite Crk Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.