US Bridges

SH 78 over Rowlett Creek Relief

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 1.0MI N of SH190 · Structure no. 180570028103029

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
33,931
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 78 over Rowlett Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying SH 78 over Rowlett Creek Relief in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 68 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 33,931 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 62,020 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSH 78
CrossesRowlett Creek Relief
Location1.0MI N of SH190
RouteState Highway 78
StateTexas
Coordinates32.96386, -96.6118
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 length31 ft (9.4 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 traffic33,931 (2023)
Projected traffic62,020 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 over Rowlett Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is SH 78 over Rowlett Creek Relief 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 over Rowlett Creek Relief carry?

About 33,931 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SH 78 over Rowlett Creek Relief?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 78 over Rowlett Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.