US Bridges

Belt Line RD over Keller Branch

PoorPosted for load

Dallas County, Texas · 0.05 MI E of Nokomis RD · Structure no. 180570M00100029

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
102 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,985
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Belt Line RD over Keller Branch is a concrete continuous slab carrying Belt Line RD over Keller Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,985 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,670 by 2031. The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesBelt Line RD
CrossesKeller Branch
Location0.05 MI E of Nokomis RD
RouteCity Street 50
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.58514, -96.75048
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
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 typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length102 ft (31.1 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,985 (2023)
Projected traffic2,670 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Belt Line RD over Keller Branch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Belt Line RD over Keller Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does Belt Line RD over Keller Branch carry?

About 2,985 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Belt Line RD over Keller Branch?

The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Belt Line RD over Keller Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.