US Bridges

Waterview Pkwy SB over W Fk Cottonwood Crk

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.10 MI N of Campbell RD · Structure no. 180570E02515001

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,460
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Waterview Pkwy SB over W Fk Cottonwood Crk is a concrete culvert carrying Waterview Pkwy SB over W Fk Cottonwood Crk in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 14,460 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,000 by 2031. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesWaterview Pkwy SB
CrossesW Fk Cottonwood Crk
Location0.10 MI N of Campbell RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.97991, -96.75624
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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,460 (2019)
Projected traffic12,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Waterview Pkwy SB over W Fk Cottonwood Crk built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Waterview Pkwy SB 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 Waterview Pkwy SB over W Fk Cottonwood Crk carry?

About 14,460 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Waterview Pkwy SB over W Fk Cottonwood Crk?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns Waterview Pkwy SB over W Fk Cottonwood Crk?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.