US Bridges

FM 1382 over Drain

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.20 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 180570104703009

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1981
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
24,118
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1382 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1382 over Drain in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 68 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 24,118 vehicles a day, projected to reach 37,980 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1382
CrossesDrain
Location0.20 MI S of IH 20
RouteState Highway 1382
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.66954, -96.9852
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
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 length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,118 (2023)
Projected traffic37,980 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 FM 1382 over Drain built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.

What condition is FM 1382 over Drain 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1382 over Drain carry?

About 24,118 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is FM 1382 over Drain?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 1382 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.