US Bridges

Lancaster Hutchins over Keller Branch

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.02 MI NE of Nokomis RD · Structure no. 180570M00555001

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
92 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,943
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lancaster Hutchins over Keller Branch is a concrete continuous slab carrying Lancaster Hutchins over Keller Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 2,943 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,750 by 2031. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesLancaster Hutchins
CrossesKeller Branch
Location0.02 MI NE of Nokomis RD
RouteCity Street 259
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.58743, -96.75203
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length92 ft (28 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,943 (2018)
Projected traffic2,750 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 SystemNo

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 Lancaster Hutchins over Keller Branch built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lancaster Hutchins over Keller Branch 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Lancaster Hutchins over Keller Branch carry?

About 2,943 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Lancaster Hutchins over Keller Branch?

The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Lancaster Hutchins over Keller Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.