US Bridges

Henneman Way over Watter Branch

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.4 MI E of Alma DR · Structure no. 180430D00522001

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,592
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Henneman Way over Watter Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Henneman Way over Watter Branch in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 1,592 vehicles a day, projected to reach 500 by 2031. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesHenneman Way
CrossesWatter Branch
Location0.4 MI E of Alma DR
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.13867, -96.70112
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length54 ft (16.5 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 traffic1,592 (2019)
Projected traffic500 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Henneman Way over Watter Branch built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Henneman Way over Watter 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Henneman Way over Watter Branch carry?

About 1,592 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Henneman Way over Watter Branch?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Henneman Way over Watter Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.