Belt Line RD over Cottonwood Branch
GoodDallas County, Texas · 0.1 MI N of Walnut Hill · Structure no. 180570D00570047
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,313
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Belt Line RD over Cottonwood Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Belt Line RD over Cottonwood Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1973 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 52 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 26,313 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,500 by 2037. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Belt Line RD over Cottonwood Branch built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is Belt Line RD over Cottonwood Branch 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Belt Line RD over Cottonwood Branch carry?
About 26,313 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Belt Line RD over Cottonwood Branch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.
Who owns Belt Line RD over Cottonwood Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.