US Bridges

FM 1382 over John Penn Branch

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 3.80 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 180570104703024

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
76 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
23,005
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1382 over John Penn Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1382 over John Penn Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 5 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 23,005 vehicles a day, projected to reach 28,880 by 2033. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 259 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1382
CrossesJohn Penn Branch
Location3.80 MI S of IH 20
RouteState Highway 1382
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.62, -96.97561
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length76 ft (23.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width259 ft (78.9 m)
Roadway width78 ft (23.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,005 (2023)
Projected traffic28,880 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1382 over John Penn Branch built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1382 over John Penn Branch 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 John Penn Branch carry?

About 23,005 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is FM 1382 over John Penn Branch?

The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 259 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1382 over John Penn Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.