US Bridges

Fallon DR over Trib of Iron Ore Creek

Good

Grayson County, Texas · 0.5 MI E of US 75 · Structure no. 010920C01140001

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
171 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,715
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fallon DR over Trib of Iron Ore Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Fallon DR over Trib of Iron Ore Creek in Grayson County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 2,715 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,000 by 2030. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFallon DR
CrossesTrib of Iron Ore Creek
Location0.5 MI E of US 75
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.69091, -96.59553
Functional classRural Local

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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
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, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length171 ft (52.1 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width69 ft (21 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,715 (2023)
Projected traffic9,000 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
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 Fallon DR over Trib of Iron Ore Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fallon DR over Trib of Iron Ore 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 2024.

How much traffic does Fallon DR over Trib of Iron Ore Creek carry?

About 2,715 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Fallon DR over Trib of Iron Ore Creek?

The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.

Who owns Fallon DR over Trib of Iron Ore Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.