US Bridges

Independence Pkwy over Prairie Creek

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.25 MI N of Plano Pkwy · Structure no. 180430C01880008

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
16,161
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Independence Pkwy over Prairie Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Independence Pkwy over Prairie 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 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 16,161 vehicles a day, projected to reach 23,959 by 2031. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIndependence Pkwy
CrossesPrairie Creek
Location0.25 MI N of Plano Pkwy
RouteCity Street 11
StateTexas
Coordinates33.01299, -96.74917
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic16,161 (2019)
Projected traffic23,959 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Prairie Creek built?

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

What condition is Independence Pkwy over Prairie 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Independence Pkwy over Prairie Creek carry?

About 16,161 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Independence Pkwy over Prairie Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Independence Pkwy over Prairie Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.