US Bridges

Hampton RD over Heath Creek

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.4 MI S of Pleasant Rn · Structure no. 180570J00475007

Built
1971
54 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
87 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,612
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hampton RD over Heath Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Hampton RD over Heath Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 54 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.

It carries about 15,612 vehicles a day, projected to reach 28,000 by 2031. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHampton RD
CrossesHeath Creek
Location0.4 MI S of Pleasant Rn
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.59786, -96.85716
Functional classUrban Minor 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 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum 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 spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length87 ft (26.5 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width75 ft (22.9 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,612 (2019)
Projected traffic28,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$10,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Hampton RD over Heath Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is Hampton RD over Heath Creek 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Hampton RD over Heath Creek carry?

About 15,612 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Hampton RD over Heath Creek?

The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns Hampton RD over Heath Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.