US Bridges

Lp 12 EB over Cockrell Hill RD

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 1.20 MI SE of SP 303 · Structure no. 180570058102399

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
484 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
5,646
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 12 EB over Cockrell Hill RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 12 EB over Cockrell Hill RD in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 5,646 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,300 by 2030. The structure is 484 ft (147.5 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesLp 12 EB
CrossesCockrell Hill RD
Location1.20 MI SE of SP 303
RouteState Highway 12
StateTexas
Coordinates32.69168, -96.89158
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.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length484 ft (147.5 m)
Longest span77 ft (23.5 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,646 (2023)
Projected traffic13,300 by 2030
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Lp 12 EB over Cockrell Hill RD built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 12 EB over Cockrell Hill RD 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Lp 12 EB over Cockrell Hill RD carry?

About 5,646 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Lp 12 EB over Cockrell Hill RD?

The structure is 484 ft (147.5 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 12 EB over Cockrell Hill RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.