US Bridges

SH 121 Sbfr over W Rowlett Creek

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.1 MI W of FM 2478 · Structure no. 180430036404132

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
330 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,761
2020 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

SH 121 Sbfr over W Rowlett Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 121 Sbfr over W Rowlett Creek in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 16,761 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,465 by 2040. The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long and 51 ft wide.

CarriesSH 121 Sbfr
CrossesW Rowlett Creek
Location0.1 MI W of FM 2478
RouteState Highway 121
StateTexas
Coordinates33.12469, -96.7361
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length330 ft (100.6 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,761 (2020)
Projected traffic23,465 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
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 SH 121 Sbfr over W Rowlett Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 121 Sbfr over W Rowlett Creek 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 SH 121 Sbfr over W Rowlett Creek carry?

About 16,761 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SH 121 Sbfr over W Rowlett Creek?

The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns SH 121 Sbfr over W Rowlett Creek?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.