US Bridges

Jupiter Road SB over Rowlett Creek

Fair

Collin County, Texas · 0.40 MI N of Spring Ck Pk · Structure no. 180430C01975002

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
360 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
5,655
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jupiter Road SB over Rowlett Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Jupiter Road SB over Rowlett Creek in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 5,655 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,830 by 2031. The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesJupiter Road SB
CrossesRowlett Creek
Location0.40 MI N of Spring Ck Pk
RouteCity Street 0
CountyCollin County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.06172, -96.67734
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length360 ft (109.7 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,655 (2019)
Projected traffic8,830 by 2031
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$30,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Jupiter Road SB over Rowlett Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Jupiter Road SB over Rowlett 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Jupiter Road SB over Rowlett Creek carry?

About 5,655 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Jupiter Road SB over Rowlett Creek?

The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Jupiter Road SB over Rowlett Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.