US Bridges

Bethany RD over Cottonwood Creek Trib

Fair

Collin County, Texas · 1.40 MI E of SH 5 · Structure no. 180430F00055003

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23,032
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bethany RD over Cottonwood Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Bethany RD over Cottonwood Creek Trib in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 5 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 23,032 vehicles a day, roughly 90% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,200 by 2031. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesBethany RD
CrossesCottonwood Creek Trib
Location1.40 MI E of SH 5
RouteCity Street 0
CountyCollin County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.08562, -96.64709
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length46 ft (14 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 traffic23,032 (2019)
Projected traffic7,200 by 2031
Trucks90%
Lanes on structure6
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$26,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bethany RD over Cottonwood Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bethany RD over Cottonwood Creek Trib 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does Bethany RD over Cottonwood Creek Trib carry?

About 23,032 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 90% are trucks.

How long is Bethany RD over Cottonwood Creek Trib?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Bethany RD over Cottonwood Creek Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.