US Bridges

FM 981 over Indian Creek Relief #1

Good

Collin County, Texas · 2.80 MI E of SH 78 · Structure no. 180430101203015

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 2007
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,593
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 981 over Indian Creek Relief #1 is a concrete culvert carrying FM 981 over Indian Creek Relief #1 in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 74 years old, older 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 1,593 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,750 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesFM 981
CrossesIndian Creek Relief #1
Location2.80 MI E of SH 78
RouteState Highway 981
StateTexas
Coordinates33.3031, -96.34818
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,593 (2022)
Projected traffic1,750 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 981 over Indian Creek Relief #1 built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.

What condition is FM 981 over Indian Creek Relief #1 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FM 981 over Indian Creek Relief #1 carry?

About 1,593 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 981 over Indian Creek Relief #1?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns FM 981 over Indian Creek Relief #1?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.