US Bridges

Belt Line RD WB over Hutton Branch

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.4 MI W of IH 35E · Structure no. 180570H00225069

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
240 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,994
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Belt Line RD WB over Hutton Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Belt Line RD WB over Hutton Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 11,994 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40,664 by 2033. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesBelt Line RD WB
CrossesHutton Branch
Location0.4 MI W of IH 35E
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.95235, -96.91731
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,994 (2022)
Projected traffic40,664 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$20,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Belt Line RD WB over Hutton Branch built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Belt Line RD WB over Hutton Branch 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 Belt Line RD WB over Hutton Branch carry?

About 11,994 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Belt Line RD WB over Hutton Branch?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Belt Line RD WB over Hutton Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.