US Bridges

Belt Line RD EB over Elm Fork Trinity River

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 1.7 MI W of IH 35E · Structure no. 180570H00225070

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
280 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,965
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Belt Line RD EB over Elm Fork Trinity River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Belt Line RD EB over Elm Fork Trinity River 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 7,965 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34,899 by 2033. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 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 EB
CrossesElm Fork Trinity River
Location1.7 MI W of IH 35E
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.95145, -96.93849
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length280 ft (85.3 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,965 (2019)
Projected traffic34,899 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$23,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Belt Line RD EB over Elm Fork Trinity River built?

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

What condition is Belt Line RD EB over Elm Fork Trinity River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does Belt Line RD EB over Elm Fork Trinity River carry?

About 7,965 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Belt Line RD EB over Elm Fork Trinity River?

The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Belt Line RD EB over Elm Fork Trinity River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.