University Hills over Ricketts Branch Trib
FairDallas County, Texas · 0.20 MI N of IH 20 · Structure no. 180570M00495006
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old, rebuilt 2012
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,100
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
University Hills over Ricketts Branch Trib is a concrete culvert carrying University Hills over Ricketts Branch Trib in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 55 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 11,100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,500 by 2041. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 99 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was University Hills over Ricketts Branch Trib built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.
What condition is University Hills over Ricketts Branch Trib 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does University Hills over Ricketts Branch Trib carry?
About 11,100 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is University Hills over Ricketts Branch Trib?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 99 ft wide.
Who owns University Hills over Ricketts Branch Trib?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.