US Bridges

SH 121 over Sister Grove Ck Trib #4

Good

Collin County, Texas · 4.55 MI NE of FM 545 · Structure no. 180430054903233

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,069
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 121 over Sister Grove Ck Trib #4 is a concrete culvert carrying SH 121 over Sister Grove Ck Trib #4 in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 15,069 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,905 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSH 121
CrossesSister Grove Ck Trib #4
Location4.55 MI NE of FM 545
RouteState Highway 121
StateTexas
Coordinates33.32116, -96.49931
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,069 (2020)
Projected traffic20,905 by 2040
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 SH 121 over Sister Grove Ck Trib #4 built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 121 over Sister Grove Ck Trib #4 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does SH 121 over Sister Grove Ck Trib #4 carry?

About 15,069 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SH 121 over Sister Grove Ck Trib #4?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SH 121 over Sister Grove Ck Trib #4?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.