US Bridges

FM 544 over Muddy Creek Tributary

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.10 MI W of SH 78 · Structure no. 180430061903033

Built
1988
37 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
35,631
2023 count
Owner
State
Other State Agency

About this bridge

FM 544 over Muddy Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying FM 544 over Muddy Creek Tributary in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 1988 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 37 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 35,631 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,425 by 2038. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 544
CrossesMuddy Creek Tributary
Location0.10 MI W of SH 78
RouteState Highway 544
StateTexas
Coordinates33.00746, -96.54899
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,631 (2023)
Projected traffic34,425 by 2038
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerOther State 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 FM 544 over Muddy Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

What condition is FM 544 over Muddy Creek Tributary 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 FM 544 over Muddy Creek Tributary carry?

About 35,631 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is FM 544 over Muddy Creek Tributary?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 544 over Muddy Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the Other State Agency and maintained by the State Highway Agency.