SH 78 EB (garland) over White Rock Creek Relief
GoodDallas County, Texas · 1.85 MI NE of IH 30 · Structure no. 180570000902002
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old, rebuilt 1933
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 135 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,010
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 78 EB (garland) over White Rock Creek Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying SH 78 EB (garland) over White Rock Creek Relief in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 1933, so it is 102 years old, older 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 16,010 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,650 by 2033. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 78 EB (garland) over White Rock Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1933.
What condition is SH 78 EB (garland) over White Rock Creek Relief 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does SH 78 EB (garland) over White Rock Creek Relief carry?
About 16,010 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SH 78 EB (garland) over White Rock Creek Relief?
The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns SH 78 EB (garland) over White Rock Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.