US Bridges

John Day RD over Elizabeth Creek Trib

Good

Denton County, Texas · 2.7 MI S of SH 114 · Structure no. 180610Z00320007

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
81 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,400
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

John Day RD over Elizabeth Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying John Day RD over Elizabeth Creek Trib in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,600 by 2039. The structure is 81 ft (24.7 m) long and 110 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesJohn Day RD
CrossesElizabeth Creek Trib
Location2.7 MI S of SH 114
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.01172, -97.35568
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length81 ft (24.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width110 ft (33.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,400 (2019)
Projected traffic6,600 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 John Day RD over Elizabeth Creek Trib built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is John Day RD over Elizabeth Creek Trib 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does John Day RD over Elizabeth Creek Trib carry?

About 4,400 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is John Day RD over Elizabeth Creek Trib?

The structure is 81 ft (24.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 110 ft wide.

Who owns John Day RD over Elizabeth Creek Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.