US Bridges

SH 310 over Draw

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.60 MI NW of Lp 12 · Structure no. 180570009202042

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 2002
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
14,357
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 310 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 310 over Draw in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 87 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 14,357 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,270 by 2035. The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 310
CrossesDraw
Location0.60 MI NW of Lp 12
RouteState Highway 310
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.71059, -96.7519
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 (13.8 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 traffic14,357 (2020)
Projected traffic15,270 by 2035
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-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 310 over Draw built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.

What condition is SH 310 over Draw 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 SH 310 over Draw carry?

About 14,357 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SH 310 over Draw?

The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 310 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.