US Bridges

Independence Pkwy over Russell Creek

Fair

Collin County, Texas · 0.60 MI N of Hedgcoxe RD · Structure no. 180430C00877002

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
15,672
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Independence Pkwy over Russell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Independence Pkwy over Russell Creek in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 15,672 vehicles a day, projected to reach 16,128 by 2031. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesIndependence Pkwy
CrossesRussell Creek
Location0.60 MI N of Hedgcoxe RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.09487, -96.74832
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length42 ft (12.8 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 traffic15,672 (2019)
Projected traffic16,128 by 2031
Trucks0%
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

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Independence Pkwy over Russell Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Independence Pkwy over Russell Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does Independence Pkwy over Russell Creek carry?

About 15,672 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Independence Pkwy over Russell Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Independence Pkwy over Russell Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.