US Bridges

SP 348 EB over Elm Frk Trinity E Relief

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 1.9 MI NW of IH 35E · Structure no. 180570035304136

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
541 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
9,983
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SP 348 EB over Elm Frk Trinity E Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SP 348 EB over Elm Frk Trinity E Relief in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 9,983 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,630 by 2033. The structure is 541 ft (164.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSP 348 EB
CrossesElm Frk Trinity E Relief
Location1.9 MI NW of IH 35E
RouteState Highway 348
StateTexas
Coordinates32.87207, -96.92475
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length541 ft (164.9 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,983 (2023)
Projected traffic10,630 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
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 SP 348 EB over Elm Frk Trinity E Relief built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is SP 348 EB over Elm Frk Trinity E Relief 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does SP 348 EB over Elm Frk Trinity E Relief carry?

About 9,983 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SP 348 EB over Elm Frk Trinity E Relief?

The structure is 541 ft (164.9 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SP 348 EB over Elm Frk Trinity E Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.