US Bridges

Lp 12 FR (park Rd) over Drain

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.02 MI S of Lp 12/SP 244 · Structure no. 180570058101039

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
24,407
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 12 FR (park Rd) over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Lp 12 FR (park Rd) over Drain in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 24,407 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,300 by 2036. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesLp 12 FR (park Rd)
CrossesDrain
Location0.02 MI S of Lp 12/SP 244
RouteState Highway 12
StateTexas
Coordinates32.8602, -96.71958
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length36 ft (11 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 traffic24,407 (2023)
Projected traffic20,300 by 2036
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
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 Lp 12 FR (park Rd) over Drain built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 12 FR (park Rd) 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Lp 12 FR (park Rd) over Drain carry?

About 24,407 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Lp 12 FR (park Rd) over Drain?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Lp 12 FR (park Rd) over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.