US Bridges

E Jefferson ST over Waxahachie Creek Trib

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 0.4 MI SE of US 77 · Structure no. 180710B00575001

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
704
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

E Jefferson ST over Waxahachie Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying E Jefferson ST over Waxahachie Creek Trib in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older 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 704 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,500 by 2035. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesE Jefferson ST
CrossesWaxahachie Creek Trib
Location0.4 MI SE of US 77
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.38234, -96.84339
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic704 (2019)
Projected traffic2,500 by 2035
Trucks0%
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$5,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was E Jefferson ST over Waxahachie Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is E Jefferson ST over Waxahachie 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does E Jefferson ST over Waxahachie Creek Trib carry?

About 704 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is E Jefferson ST over Waxahachie Creek Trib?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns E Jefferson ST over Waxahachie Creek Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.