US Bridges

Elizabeth Cem RD over Elizabeth Creek

PoorPosted for load

Denton County, Texas · 0.25 MI S of IH 35W Nbfr · Structure no. 180610FF0025001

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
110 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
243
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Elizabeth Cem RD over Elizabeth Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Elizabeth Cem RD over Elizabeth Creek in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 243 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34 by 2027. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesElizabeth Cem RD
CrossesElizabeth Creek
Location0.25 MI S of IH 35W Nbfr
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.01831, -97.27676
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+1 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length110 ft (33.5 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic243 (2014)
Projected traffic34 by 2027
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Elizabeth Cem RD over Elizabeth Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Elizabeth Cem RD over Elizabeth Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does Elizabeth Cem RD over Elizabeth Creek carry?

About 243 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Elizabeth Cem RD over Elizabeth Creek?

The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Elizabeth Cem RD over Elizabeth Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.