US Bridges

US 377 over Denton Creek Relief

Good

Denton County, Texas · 1.70 MI N of SH 114 · Structure no. 180610008103180

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
255 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,242
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 377 over Denton Creek Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 377 over Denton Creek Relief in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 16,242 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,830 by 2033. The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesUS 377
CrossesDenton Creek Relief
Location1.70 MI N of SH 114
RouteU.S. Route 377
StateTexas
Coordinates33.03374, -97.21022
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length255 ft (77.7 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,242 (2022)
Projected traffic22,830 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 US 377 over Denton Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 377 over Denton Creek Relief 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 377 over Denton Creek Relief carry?

About 16,242 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 377 over Denton Creek Relief?

The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 377 over Denton Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.