US Bridges

Simonds RD over E Frk Trinity River Trib

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 1.7 MI NE of US 175 · Structure no. 180570L00650001

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
66 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
975
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Simonds RD over E Frk Trinity River Trib is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Simonds RD over E Frk Trinity River Trib in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 975 vehicles a day, projected to reach 500 by 2031. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSimonds RD
CrossesE Frk Trinity River Trib
Location1.7 MI NE of US 175
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.67726, -96.54997
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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width30 ft (9 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic975 (2019)
Projected traffic500 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 Simonds RD over E Frk Trinity River Trib built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Simonds RD over E Frk Trinity River Trib 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does Simonds RD over E Frk Trinity River Trib carry?

About 975 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Simonds RD over E Frk Trinity River Trib?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Simonds RD over E Frk Trinity River Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.