US Bridges

Oates DR over South Mesquite Creek

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Dallas County, Texas · 1.2 MI SW of IH 635 · Structure no. 180570C02185004

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
10,307
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Oates DR over South Mesquite Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Oates DR over South Mesquite Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 10,307 vehicles a day, projected to reach 11,700 by 2031. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesOates DR
CrossesSouth Mesquite Creek
Location1.2 MI SW of IH 635
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.82291, -96.64737
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width100 ft (30.5 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,307 (2019)
Projected traffic11,700 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure7
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$9,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Oates DR over South Mesquite Creek built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Oates DR over South Mesquite Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does Oates DR over South Mesquite Creek carry?

About 10,307 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Oates DR over South Mesquite Creek?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.

Who owns Oates DR over South Mesquite Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.