US Bridges

US 75 over Drain

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.20 MI S of Plano Pkwy · Structure no. 180430004706346

Built
1992
33 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
217,943
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 75 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 75 over Drain in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 1992 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 33 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 217,943 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 429,430 by 2038. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long.

CarriesUS 75
CrossesDrain
Location0.20 MI S of Plano Pkwy
RouteU.S. Route 75
StateTexas
Coordinates33.00722, -96.70783
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic217,943 (2020)
Projected traffic429,430 by 2038
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure17
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 75 over Drain built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is US 75 over Drain 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 75 over Drain carry?

About 217,943 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 75 over Drain?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 75 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.