US Bridges

Hunter Ferrell EB over Bear Creek

Good

Dallas County, Texas · At Story RD Intersection · Structure no. 180570F48800002

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
961 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
5,722
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hunter Ferrell EB over Bear Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Hunter Ferrell EB over Bear Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 5,722 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,011 by 2041. The structure is 961 ft (292.9 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesHunter Ferrell EB
CrossesBear Creek
LocationAt Story RD Intersection
RouteCounty Highway 30464
StateTexas
Coordinates32.78197, -96.97681
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans9
Design loadHL 93
Structure length961 ft (292.9 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.7 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,722 (2019)
Projected traffic8,011 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Hunter Ferrell EB over Bear Creek built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hunter Ferrell EB over Bear 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 Hunter Ferrell EB over Bear Creek carry?

About 5,722 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Hunter Ferrell EB over Bear Creek?

The structure is 961 ft (292.9 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns Hunter Ferrell EB over Bear Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.