US Bridges

Malloy Bridge RD over E Fork Trinity River

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.25 MI SW of Kaufman CO · Structure no. 180570L00455001

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
213 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,383
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Malloy Bridge RD over E Fork Trinity River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Malloy Bridge RD over E Fork Trinity River in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 3,383 vehicles a day, projected to reach 500 by 2031. The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesMalloy Bridge RD
CrossesE Fork Trinity River
Location0.25 MI SW of Kaufman CO
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.66521, -96.5241
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 length213 ft (64.9 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,383 (2019)
Projected traffic500 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 Malloy Bridge RD over E Fork Trinity River built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Malloy Bridge RD over E 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does Malloy Bridge RD over E Fork Trinity River carry?

About 3,383 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Malloy Bridge RD over E Fork Trinity River?

The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Malloy Bridge RD over E Fork Trinity River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.