US Bridges

Uhl RD over Bear Creek Trib

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Dallas County, Texas · 0.25 MI N of Bear Crk RD · Structure no. 180570Y00020002

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,158
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Uhl RD over Bear Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Uhl RD over Bear Creek Trib 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 5,158 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,500 by 2031. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUhl RD
CrossesBear Creek Trib
Location0.25 MI N of Bear Crk RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.56451, -96.83971
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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 typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,158 (2022)
Projected traffic8,500 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Uhl RD over Bear Creek Trib built?

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

What condition is Uhl RD over Bear 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 Uhl RD over Bear Creek Trib carry?

About 5,158 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Uhl RD over Bear Creek Trib?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns Uhl RD over Bear Creek Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.