US Bridges

Alma DR SB over Rowlett Creek

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.35 MI N of Hedgcoxe RD · Structure no. 180430F00018002

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
300 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,977
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Alma DR SB over Rowlett Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Alma DR SB over Rowlett Creek in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 7,977 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,500 by 2031. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesAlma DR SB
CrossesRowlett Creek
Location0.35 MI N of Hedgcoxe RD
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.08955, -96.70909
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+4 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length300 ft (91.4 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,977 (2019)
Projected traffic13,500 by 2031
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Alma DR SB over Rowlett Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is Alma DR SB over Rowlett Creek 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Alma DR SB over Rowlett Creek carry?

About 7,977 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Alma DR SB over Rowlett Creek?

The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Alma DR SB over Rowlett Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.