US Bridges

US 175 Ml & FR over Drain

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 3.90 MI SE of IH 20 · Structure no. 180570019702124

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 1972
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
59,952
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 175 Ml & FR over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 175 Ml & FR over Drain in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 64 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 59,952 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,952 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long.

CarriesUS 175 Ml & FR
CrossesDrain
Location3.90 MI SE of IH 20
RouteU.S. Route 175
StateTexas
Coordinates32.66236, -96.57432
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic59,952 (2022)
Projected traffic59,952 by 2042
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 US 175 Ml & FR over Drain built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.

What condition is US 175 Ml & FR 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 175 Ml & FR over Drain carry?

About 59,952 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 175 Ml & FR over Drain?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 175 Ml & FR over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.