Alpha Road over Drainage Channel
GoodDallas County, Texas · 0.4 MI SW of Midway RD · Structure no. 180570G00020003
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old, rebuilt 2020
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,275
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Alpha Road over Drainage Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Alpha Road over Drainage Channel in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1978 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 47 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 6,275 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,298 by 2037. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Alpha Road over Drainage Channel built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.
What condition is Alpha Road over Drainage Channel 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 Alpha Road over Drainage Channel carry?
About 6,275 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Alpha Road over Drainage Channel?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Alpha Road over Drainage Channel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.