US Bridges

Alma DR over Drainage Ditch

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.1 MI S of G Bush Tpke · Structure no. 180430E00020001

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,633
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Alma DR over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Alma DR over Drainage Ditch in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 12,633 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,500 by 2031. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesAlma DR
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.1 MI S of G Bush Tpke
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.0031, -96.7165
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 inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,633 (2019)
Projected traffic17,500 by 2031
Trucks1%
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Alma DR over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Alma DR over Drainage Ditch 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does Alma DR over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 12,633 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Alma DR over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Alma DR over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.