US Bridges

Lp 12 SB Ex Rp a over Drain W Jefferson Blvd

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · Int Lp 12 & Jefferson · Structure no. 180570058102027

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,585
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 12 SB Ex Rp a over Drain W Jefferson Blvd is a concrete culvert carrying Lp 12 SB Ex Rp a over Drain W Jefferson Blvd in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 70 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 11,585 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,680 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long.

CarriesLp 12 SB Ex Rp a
CrossesDrain W Jefferson Blvd
LocationInt Lp 12 & Jefferson
RouteState Highway 12
StateTexas
Coordinates32.74809, -96.92016
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
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 length26 ft (7.9 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 traffic11,585 (2019)
Projected traffic16,680 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Lp 12 SB Ex Rp a over Drain W Jefferson Blvd built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is Lp 12 SB Ex Rp a over Drain W Jefferson Blvd 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 Lp 12 SB Ex Rp a over Drain W Jefferson Blvd carry?

About 11,585 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Lp 12 SB Ex Rp a over Drain W Jefferson Blvd?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Lp 12 SB Ex Rp a over Drain W Jefferson Blvd?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.