US Bridges

Denton DR over Hutton Branch

FairPosted for load

Dallas County, Texas · 0.2 MI N of Belt Line RD · Structure no. 180570H00880001

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
130 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,892
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Denton DR over Hutton Branch is a concrete continuous slab carrying Denton DR over Hutton Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,892 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7,876 by 2033. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesDenton DR
CrossesHutton Branch
Location0.2 MI N of Belt Line RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.9571, -96.90746
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 rating41 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,892 (2019)
Projected traffic7,876 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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$9,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Denton DR over Hutton Branch built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is Denton DR over Hutton Branch 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 Denton DR over Hutton Branch carry?

About 4,892 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Denton DR over Hutton Branch?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Denton DR over Hutton Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.