US Bridges

Independence Pkwy over Youngs Branch

Fair

Collin County, Texas · 0.05 MI S of SH 121 · Structure no. 180430C01880012

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,902
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Independence Pkwy over Youngs Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Independence Pkwy over Youngs Branch in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 17,902 vehicles a day, projected to reach 19,692 by 2041. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesIndependence Pkwy
CrossesYoungs Branch
Location0.05 MI S of SH 121
RouteCounty Highway 111
CountyCollin County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.1184, -96.75081
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 length37 ft (11.3 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 traffic17,902 (2019)
Projected traffic19,692 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure7
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 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 Independence Pkwy over Youngs Branch built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Independence Pkwy over Youngs Branch 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Independence Pkwy over Youngs Branch carry?

About 17,902 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Independence Pkwy over Youngs Branch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Independence Pkwy over Youngs Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.