US Bridges

E 14th ST/FM544 WB over Rowlett Creek Relief

Good

Collin County, Texas · 1.80 MI E of Shiloh RD · Structure no. 180430C04335005

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
329 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
15,120
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

E 14th ST/FM544 WB over Rowlett Creek Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying E 14th ST/FM544 WB over Rowlett Creek Relief in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 15,120 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,000 by 2031. The structure is 329 ft (100.3 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesE 14th ST/FM544 WB
CrossesRowlett Creek Relief
Location1.80 MI E of Shiloh RD
RouteCity Street 544
StateTexas
Coordinates33.01004, -96.63337
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length329 ft (100.3 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,120 (2011)
Projected traffic22,000 by 2031
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 E 14th ST/FM544 WB over Rowlett Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is E 14th ST/FM544 WB over Rowlett Creek Relief 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does E 14th ST/FM544 WB over Rowlett Creek Relief carry?

About 15,120 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is E 14th ST/FM544 WB over Rowlett Creek Relief?

The structure is 329 ft (100.3 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns E 14th ST/FM544 WB over Rowlett Creek Relief?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.