US Bridges

Spur 408 (ml) over Oguinn Creek

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 0.7 MI S of Kiest Blvd · Structure no. 180570300001002

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
59 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
95,987
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Spur 408 (ml) over Oguinn Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Spur 408 (ml) over Oguinn Creek 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 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 95,987 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 134,382 by 2040. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSpur 408 (ml)
CrossesOguinn Creek
Location0.7 MI S of Kiest Blvd
RouteState Highway 408
StateTexas
Coordinates32.69365, -96.93731
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 inspectionOctober 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
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 spans10
Design loadUnknown
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic95,987 (2020)
Projected traffic134,382 by 2040
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Spur 408 (ml) over Oguinn Creek built?

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

What condition is Spur 408 (ml) over Oguinn Creek 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Spur 408 (ml) over Oguinn Creek carry?

About 95,987 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Spur 408 (ml) over Oguinn Creek?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns Spur 408 (ml) over Oguinn Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.