US Bridges

Chattey RD over Heath Creek

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.3 MI S of Pleasant Rn · Structure no. 180570J00175001

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
91 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,102
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Chattey RD over Heath Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Chattey RD over Heath Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 2,102 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,700 by 2031. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesChattey RD
CrossesHeath Creek
Location0.3 MI S of Pleasant Rn
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.60015, -96.85081
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length91 ft (27.7 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,102 (2019)
Projected traffic4,700 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Chattey RD over Heath Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is Chattey RD over Heath 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Chattey RD over Heath Creek carry?

About 2,102 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Chattey RD over Heath Creek?

The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Chattey RD over Heath Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.