US Bridges

SP 348 WB over Elm Frk Trinity E Relief

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 1.8 MI W of IH 35E · Structure no. 180570035304171

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
531 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
9,983
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SP 348 WB over Elm Frk Trinity E Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SP 348 WB over Elm Frk Trinity E Relief in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 9,983 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,630 by 2033. The structure is 531 ft (162 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSP 348 WB
CrossesElm Frk Trinity E Relief
Location1.8 MI W of IH 35E
RouteState Highway 348
StateTexas
Coordinates32.87217, -96.9247
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length531 ft (162 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SP 348 WB over Elm Frk Trinity E Relief built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is SP 348 WB over Elm Frk Trinity E 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 February 2024.

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

The structure is 531 ft (162 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.