US Bridges

N. Peachtree RD SB over South Mesquite Creek

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.11 MI SW of Gross RD · Structure no. 180570C02300003

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,977
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

N. Peachtree RD SB over South Mesquite Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying N. Peachtree RD SB over South Mesquite Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 4,977 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,000 by 2031. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesN. Peachtree RD SB
CrossesSouth Mesquite Creek
Location0.11 MI SW of Gross RD
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.78224, -96.62804
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,977 (2019)
Projected traffic5,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-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$15,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was N. Peachtree RD SB over South Mesquite Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is N. Peachtree RD SB 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does N. Peachtree RD SB over South Mesquite Creek carry?

About 4,977 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is N. Peachtree RD SB over South Mesquite Creek?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns N. Peachtree RD SB over South Mesquite Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.