US Bridges

Melrose Drive over W Fk Cottonwood Crk

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.05 MI W of Waterview DR · Structure no. 180570E01975001

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,262
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Melrose Drive over W Fk Cottonwood Crk is a concrete culvert carrying Melrose Drive over W Fk Cottonwood Crk in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 3,262 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,000 by 2031. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesMelrose Drive
CrossesW Fk Cottonwood Crk
Location0.05 MI W of Waterview DR
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.97085, -96.75545
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,262 (2019)
Projected traffic6,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Melrose Drive over W Fk Cottonwood Crk built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Melrose Drive over W Fk Cottonwood Crk 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 Melrose Drive over W Fk Cottonwood Crk carry?

About 3,262 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Melrose Drive over W Fk Cottonwood Crk?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Melrose Drive over W Fk Cottonwood Crk?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.