US Bridges

SH 78 NB over Drain

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 1.1 MI NE of IH 30 · Structure no. 180570000902301

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,353
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 78 NB over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 78 NB over Drain in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 7,353 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,300 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 78 NB
CrossesDrain
Location1.1 MI NE of IH 30
RouteState Highway 78
StateTexas
Coordinates32.80207, -96.73636
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,353 (2022)
Projected traffic47,300 by 2033
Trucks7%
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

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 78 NB over Drain built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 78 NB over Drain 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 NB over Drain carry?

About 7,353 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SH 78 NB over Drain?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns SH 78 NB over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.