US Bridges

E Parker RD over Rowlett Creek

Fair

Collin County, Texas · 1.10 MI E of Jupiter RD · Structure no. 180430C02795019

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
600 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
23,585
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

E Parker RD over Rowlett Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying E Parker RD over Rowlett Creek 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 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 23,585 vehicles a day, projected to reach 18,850 by 2031. The structure is 600 ft (182.9 m) long and 101 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesE Parker RD
CrossesRowlett Creek
Location1.10 MI E of Jupiter RD
RouteCity Street 25
CountyCollin County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.04321, -96.66361
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans10
Design loadUnknown
Structure length600 ft (182.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width101 ft (30.8 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,585 (2019)
Projected traffic18,850 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$100,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was E Parker RD over Rowlett Creek built?

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

What condition is E Parker RD 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does E Parker RD over Rowlett Creek carry?

About 23,585 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is E Parker RD over Rowlett Creek?

The structure is 600 ft (182.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 101 ft wide.

Who owns E Parker RD over Rowlett Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.