US Bridges

US 75 over Drain

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 2.55 MI N of Lp 12 · Structure no. 180570004707310

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
160,278
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 75 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 75 over Drain in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 160,278 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 322,920 by 2038. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 75
CrossesDrain
Location2.55 MI N of Lp 12
RouteU.S. Route 75
StateTexas
Coordinates32.89829, -96.76908
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
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 spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic160,278 (2020)
Projected traffic322,920 by 2038
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure17
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 75 over Drain built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 75 over Drain 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 Drain carry?

About 160,278 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 75 over Drain?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 75 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.