US Bridges

Royal LN over Equestrian Center Canal

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.7 MI W of Luna RD · Structure no. 180570D07160005

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
18,230
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Royal LN over Equestrian Center Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Royal LN over Equestrian Center Canal in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 18,230 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,320 by 2031. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesRoyal LN
CrossesEquestrian Center Canal
Location0.7 MI W of Luna RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.89566, -96.93144
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.9 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,230 (2011)
Projected traffic28,320 by 2031
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Royal LN over Equestrian Center Canal built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Royal LN over Equestrian Center Canal 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 Royal LN over Equestrian Center Canal carry?

About 18,230 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Royal LN over Equestrian Center Canal?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns Royal LN over Equestrian Center Canal?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.