US Bridges

Rowlett RD over Long Branch

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.15 MI N of Miller RD · Structure no. 180570T00395002

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 2012
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
68 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
23,580
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rowlett RD over Long Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Rowlett RD over Long Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 63 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 23,580 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,082 by 2031. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRowlett RD
CrossesLong Branch
Location0.15 MI N of Miller RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.89629, -96.56953
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length68 ft (20.7 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,580 (2022)
Projected traffic31,082 by 2031
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$5,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rowlett RD over Long Branch built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.

What condition is Rowlett RD over Long 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Rowlett RD over Long Branch carry?

About 23,580 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Rowlett RD over Long Branch?

The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Rowlett RD over Long Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.