US Bridges

Avenue K over Bowman Branch

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.75 MI S of Spring Ck Pk · Structure no. 180430C01980002

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
19,791
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Avenue K over Bowman Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Avenue K over Bowman Branch in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 19,791 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,990 by 2031. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesAvenue K
CrossesBowman Branch
Location0.75 MI S of Spring Ck Pk
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.04641, -96.69689
Functional classUrban Collector

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
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width94 ft (28.7 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,791 (2019)
Projected traffic23,990 by 2031
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$48,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Avenue K over Bowman Branch built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Avenue K over Bowman Branch 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 Avenue K over Bowman Branch carry?

About 19,791 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Avenue K over Bowman Branch?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.

Who owns Avenue K over Bowman Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.