US Bridges

Legacy DR over Spring Creek Tributary

Fair

Collin County, Texas · 0.15 MI E of Independence · Structure no. 180430C02193006

Built
1979
46 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
25,655
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Legacy DR over Spring Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying Legacy DR over Spring Creek Tributary in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 1979 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 46 years old, older 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 25,655 vehicles a day, projected to reach 46,748 by 2031. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesLegacy DR
CrossesSpring Creek Tributary
Location0.15 MI E of Independence
RouteCity Street 0
CountyCollin County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.07164, -96.74809
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionDecember 2024
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 spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 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 traffic25,655 (2019)
Projected traffic46,748 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 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 Legacy DR over Spring Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is Legacy DR over Spring Creek Tributary 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Legacy DR over Spring Creek Tributary carry?

About 25,655 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Legacy DR over Spring Creek Tributary?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Legacy DR over Spring Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.