US Bridges

US 380 WB over Denton Creek

Fair

Wise County, Texas · 2.8 MI W of FM 2622 · Structure no. 022490013408095

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
676 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
7,643
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 380 WB over Denton Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 380 WB over Denton Creek in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 7,643 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,250 by 2033. The structure is 676 ft (206 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).

CarriesUS 380 WB
CrossesDenton Creek
Location2.8 MI W of FM 2622
RouteU.S. Route 380
StateTexas
Coordinates33.24933, -97.4039
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 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, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length676 ft (206 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.6 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,643 (2020)
Projected traffic9,250 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed32.9 mi (53 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 Denton Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 380 WB over Denton Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does US 380 WB over Denton Creek carry?

About 7,643 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 380 WB over Denton Creek?

The structure is 676 ft (206 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns US 380 WB over Denton Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.