Lp 12 over Elm Fork Trinity River
FairDallas County, Texas · 0.45 MI N of SH 114 · Structure no. 180570058102053
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 2,001 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 127,344
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lp 12 over Elm Fork Trinity River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 12 over Elm Fork Trinity River in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 127,344 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 218,180 by 2040. The structure is 2,001 ft (609.9 m) long and 116 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Lp 12 over Elm Fork Trinity River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lp 12 over Elm Fork Trinity River 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Lp 12 over Elm Fork Trinity River carry?
About 127,344 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Lp 12 over Elm Fork Trinity River?
The structure is 2,001 ft (609.9 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 116 ft wide.
Who owns Lp 12 over Elm Fork Trinity River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.