SH 78 over Rupards Branch

Fair Condition103 years old22,446 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyDallas
Location1.25 Mi N Of IH 635
CarriesSH 78
CrossesRupards Branch
Coordinates32.88454, -96.65614

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignTee Beam
Total Length59.1 ft (18 m)
Max Span37.1 ft (11.3 m)
Deck Width90.6 ft (27.6 m)
Deck Area496.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1923 (reconstructed 1965)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic22,446 (2022)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge6

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number180570000902006

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