US Bridges

Belt Line RD over S Mesquite Creek Trib

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.5 MI SW of Bruton RD · Structure no. 180570N00595007

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
250 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,045
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Belt Line RD over S Mesquite Creek Trib is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Belt Line RD over S Mesquite Creek Trib in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 11,045 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,000 by 2031. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 107 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesBelt Line RD
CrossesS Mesquite Creek Trib
Location0.5 MI SW of Bruton RD
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.74249, -96.60071
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length250 ft (76.2 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width107 ft (32.6 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,045 (2022)
Projected traffic15,000 by 2031
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$8,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Belt Line RD over S Mesquite Creek Trib built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Belt Line RD over S Mesquite Creek 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 Belt Line RD over S Mesquite Creek Trib carry?

About 11,045 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Belt Line RD over S Mesquite Creek Trib?

The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 107 ft wide.

Who owns Belt Line RD over S Mesquite Creek Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.