US Bridges

US 380 WB over S Hickory Creek

Good

Denton County, Texas · 5.30 MI W of IH 35 · Structure no. 180610013409099

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
197 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,786
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 380 WB over S Hickory Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 380 WB over S Hickory Creek in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 9,786 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,580 by 2033. The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 380 WB
CrossesS Hickory Creek
Location5.30 MI W of IH 35
RouteU.S. Route 380
StateTexas
Coordinates33.23587, -97.26506
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length197 ft (60 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width52 ft (16 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,786 (2019)
Projected traffic8,580 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 380 WB over S Hickory Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 380 WB over S Hickory Creek 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 380 WB over S Hickory Creek carry?

About 9,786 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 380 WB over S Hickory Creek?

The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns US 380 WB over S Hickory Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.