US Bridges

W Northgate DR over Estelle Creek

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.2 MI E of Valley View · Structure no. 180570D06230013

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
13,726
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

W Northgate DR over Estelle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying W Northgate DR over Estelle Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 13,726 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,198 by 2037. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesW Northgate DR
CrossesEstelle Creek
Location0.2 MI E of Valley View
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.85702, -97.01805
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic13,726 (2019)
Projected traffic21,198 by 2037
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$8,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was W Northgate DR over Estelle Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is W Northgate DR over Estelle 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 W Northgate DR over Estelle Creek carry?

About 13,726 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is W Northgate DR over Estelle Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns W Northgate DR over Estelle Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.