US Bridges

Denton Tap RD NB over Br of Grapevine Creek

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.1 MI N of Bethel Road · Structure no. 180570V00100004

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
203 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,418
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Denton Tap RD NB over Br of Grapevine Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Denton Tap RD NB over Br of Grapevine Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 14,418 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,370 by 2041. The structure is 203 ft (61.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesDenton Tap RD NB
CrossesBr of Grapevine Creek
Location0.1 MI N of Bethel Road
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.95582, -96.99351
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length203 ft (61.9 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,418 (2022)
Projected traffic40,370 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$16,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Denton Tap RD NB over Br of Grapevine Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Denton Tap RD NB over Br of Grapevine Creek 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Denton Tap RD NB over Br of Grapevine Creek carry?

About 14,418 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Denton Tap RD NB over Br of Grapevine Creek?

The structure is 203 ft (61.9 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Denton Tap RD NB over Br of Grapevine Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.