US Bridges

US 75 over White Rock Creek Branch

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 1.05 MI N of Lp 12 · Structure no. 180570004707064

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
68 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
187,971
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 75 over White Rock Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 75 over White Rock Creek Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 72 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 187,971 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 411,910 by 2033. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long.

CarriesUS 75
CrossesWhite Rock Creek Branch
Location1.05 MI N of Lp 12
RouteU.S. Route 75
StateTexas
Coordinates32.87949, -96.77015
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadUnknown
Structure length68 ft (20.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic187,971 (2020)
Projected traffic411,910 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure18
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 US 75 over White Rock Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is US 75 over White Rock Creek Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does US 75 over White Rock Creek Branch carry?

About 187,971 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 75 over White Rock Creek Branch?

The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 75 over White Rock Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.