US Bridges

Independence Pkwy over Spring Creek Tributary

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.3 MI N of Spring Ck Pkw · Structure no. 180430C01880010

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,300
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Independence Pkwy over Spring Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying Independence Pkwy over Spring Creek Tributary in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 1992, 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 19,300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 27,988 by 2031. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesIndependence Pkwy
CrossesSpring Creek Tributary
Location0.3 MI N of Spring Ck Pkw
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.0606, -96.75042
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 inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,300 (2019)
Projected traffic27,988 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 Spring Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is Independence Pkwy over Spring 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Independence Pkwy over Spring Creek Tributary carry?

About 19,300 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Independence Pkwy over Spring Creek Tributary?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Independence Pkwy over Spring Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.