US Bridges

FM 455 over Little Elm Creek

Good

Collin County, Texas · 5.35 MI W of SH 289 · Structure no. 180430081604060

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
360 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,627
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 455 over Little Elm Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 455 over Little Elm Creek in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 2,627 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,517 by 2038. The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesFM 455
CrossesLittle Elm Creek
Location5.35 MI W of SH 289
RouteState Highway 455
StateTexas
Coordinates33.36548, -96.82385
Functional classRural 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length360 ft (109.7 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,627 (2022)
Projected traffic3,517 by 2038
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 FM 455 over Little Elm Creek built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 455 over Little Elm 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 FM 455 over Little Elm Creek carry?

About 2,627 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 455 over Little Elm Creek?

The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 455 over Little Elm Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.