US Bridges

N Story RD over Delaware Creek Tributary

FairPosted for load

Dallas County, Texas · 0.4 MI S of Walnut Hill · Structure no. 180570D08640024

Built
1974
51 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,256
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

N Story RD over Delaware Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying N Story RD over Delaware Creek Tributary in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1974 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 51 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 12,256 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,158 by 2037. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesN Story RD
CrossesDelaware Creek Tributary
Location0.4 MI S of Walnut Hill
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.85931, -96.97541
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,256 (2015)
Projected traffic17,158 by 2037
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was N Story RD over Delaware Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is N Story RD over Delaware Creek Tributary in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does N Story RD over Delaware Creek Tributary carry?

About 12,256 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is N Story RD over Delaware Creek Tributary?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns N Story RD over Delaware Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.