US Bridges

US 377/380 EB over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 1

Good

Denton County, Texas · 3.10 MI E of Lp 288 · Structure no. 180610013510127

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
400 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
20,585
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 377/380 EB over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 1 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 377/380 EB over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 1 in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 20,585 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,280 by 2033. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 377/380 EB
CrossesElm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 1
Location3.10 MI E of Lp 288
RouteU.S. Route 377
StateTexas
Coordinates33.23798, -97.0365
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
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, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length400 ft (121.9 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,585 (2023)
Projected traffic43,280 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 377/380 EB over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 1 built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 377/380 EB over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 1 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 377/380 EB over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 1 carry?

About 20,585 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 377/380 EB over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 1?

The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns US 377/380 EB over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 1?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.