US Bridges

Gayglen DR over Elam Creek

FairPosted for load

Dallas County, Texas · 0.15 MI E of Jim Miller · Structure no. 1805709G1470001

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
949
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Gayglen DR over Elam Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Gayglen DR over Elam Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 949 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,670 by 2031. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesGayglen DR
CrossesElam Creek
Location0.15 MI E of Jim Miller
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.70851, -96.69719
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic949 (2022)
Projected traffic2,670 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$32,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Gayglen DR over Elam Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Gayglen DR over Elam 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Gayglen DR over Elam Creek carry?

About 949 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Gayglen DR over Elam Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Gayglen DR over Elam Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.